Senior Machinist (CNC) Jobs

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc (CNI)

Location:
United States, Lakehurst

Category:
Manufacturing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

28.37 - 42.25 USD / Hour

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Job Description:

The Senior CNC Machinist works with the Prototype and Manufacturing Division (PMD) machine shop at Lakehurst. PMD produces a large range of machined components from small components approximately one inch in size to large frames and equipment bases that are over 30 feet long. This position would involve the operation of Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) mills, lathes, grinders, drill presses, and various electric and pneumatic hand tools.

Job Responsibility:

Operates computer numerical control machines to fabricate new and replacement parts for mechanical equipment
Plans machining by studying written instructions and specifications
Interprets blueprints, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and set up requirements
Establishes dimensions and tolerances and lays out work accordingly
Uses a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments to set up and operate standard machine tools
Measures and marks dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as a guide for subsequent machining
Aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
Selects the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work
Monitors the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
Machines parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders
Sets up, adjusts, and operates all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations
Detects equipment malfunctions or out of tolerance machining and adjusts machine, within capabilities, controls or control media as required to ensure quality of productions
Reports all machine malfunctions
May help to resolve machining or quality issues.

Requirements:

Ten (10) years+ experience with CNC set-up and operation
Experience operating manual and CNC machines, both Lathes and Mills in a manufacturing environment
Ability to operate heavy machinery from setup to operation to produce parts and tools from various metals, plastic, or other materials
Ability to determine the type of tools and equipment needed to perform a job
Ability to produce precision parts with close tolerances
Strong understanding of Fanuc control systems
Understanding and programming skills of MasterCam
Must have MasterCam experience
Ability to read and interpret drawings and prints
Ability to operate equipment based on oral instructions
Ability to use basic measuring tools to confirm work piece dimensions
Sufficient math skills to calculate distances, angles, take-offs, etc.

Nice to have:

Experience performing CNC programming is preferred but not required
GD&T certification preferred.

What we offer:

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)
STD/LTD/AD&D
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Legal Aid Assistance Program
Family Planning / Fertility Assistance
Paid Time Off (PTO) / Observance of (11) Federal Holidays
Training and Development Opportunities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 07, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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