CNC Machinist

We’re hiring CNC Machinists for our precision manufacturing facility, making precision components for the industrial equipment industry on advanced 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC equipment. Every part requires extremely tight tolerances, making this a role for machinists who enjoy technical work and continuous improvement.

Precision, tight-tolerance manufacturing

Advanced multi-axis CNC equipment

Responsibilities

Cross-training across machines and processes

• Machine Setups: Perform complete setups and prepare machines for production.
• Machine Operation: Operate multiple CNC machines throughout each shift.
• Quality Audits: Verify parts meet dimensional and visual quality standards.
• Precision Inspection: Measure parts using precision inspection equipment.
• Offsets: Make tool wear and dimensional offsets as needed.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose machining issues and maintain stable production.
• Blueprint Reading: Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Documentation: Complete production and quality documentation accurately.

Requirements

• 2+ years of CNC machining experience or recent machining program graduate
• CNC setup experience
• Blueprint reading skills
• Basic GD&T knowledge
• Precision measuring experience
• Mechanical troubleshooting ability
• Safe work practices

Preferred

• Clear advancement into higher-paying technical roles
• Whether you’re an experienced machinist or a recent TCAT graduate with strong fundamentals, we’re looking for people who want to continue developing their craft. We’ll invest in your training while you build a long-term career with Kennametal.
• 3-, 4-, or 5-axis machining experience
• Grinding experience
• G-code knowledge
• Multi-machine operation
• Industrial manufacturing experience
• Continuous improvement experience

Pay

Salary: USD 50,000–52,000

• $25 – $26 / hr
• Hiring on 1st Shift

Benefits

• Growing production with long-term stability
• Dedicated training center and paid skill development

CNC Machinist

Laborup · La Vergne, United States · — · Posted 2026-10-21

7am – 3pm

Monday - Friday

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[Apply at Laborup](https://apply.workable.com/laborup/j/E4D4031953/apply)