CNC Machine Operator – Mills or Lathes (Fanuc) | 1st & 2nd Shift

🔍At a Glance

Company: Skyway Precision Inc.
Location: Livonia, MI (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $25 - $30 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: 1st Shift or 2nd Shift Available
1st Shift Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
2nd Shift Hours: 6:00 PM – 4:30 AM
Shift Premium: 10% for 2nd Shift
Overtime: Yes – Consistent Overtime Available
Experience Level: Entry to Mid-Level (1+ years preferred)

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Why This Role Exists

Skyway Precision is expanding production at its Livonia, Michigan facility and is looking for CNC Machine Operators to support growing customer demand.

This position is ideal for someone with CNC machining experience who wants to continue developing their skills while working on large industrial components in a modern manufacturing environment. Whether your background is in mills or lathes, Skyway provides opportunities to learn, grow, and advance your career.

Many of Skyway's machinists and programmers started in operator-level roles and advanced through internal training and hands-on experience.

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The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Operate CNC mills or lathes in a production environment
• Load and unload parts safely and efficiently
• Perform tool changes and basic machine adjustments
• Monitor machine performance and production quality
• Measure parts using calipers, micrometers, and other inspection tools
• Follow setup sheets, blueprints, and work instructions
• Perform in-process inspections to verify quality requirements
• Identify tooling or machining issues and communicate with setup machinists and supervisors
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Support production of large cast components used in industrial and heavy equipment applications

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Machines, Controls & Technology

You'll work with equipment such as:

Machines

• CNC Horizontal Machining Centers
• CNC Vertical Machining Centers
• Nakamura-Tome CNC Equipment
• Fastems Automated Pallet Systems
• Advanced Multi-Axis Machining Technology

Controls

• Fanuc Controls

Inspection Equipment

• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Gauges
• Indicators

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Materials You'll Work With

• Gray Iron
• Ductile Iron
• Aluminum
• High Silicon Moly
• Ni-Resist Castings

Parts range from smaller machined components to large castings used in agricultural, industrial, and heavy equipment applications.

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What We're Looking For

Required

• Previous CNC machine operating experience
• Experience operating CNC mills or CNC lathes
• Ability to use basic inspection tools
• Ability to follow work instructions and blueprints
• Strong attendance and reliability
• Commitment to safety and quality

Preferred

• Experience performing tool changes and offset adjustments
• Fanuc control experience
• Experience machining cast materials
• Manufacturing experience in a high-mix production environment
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Employees choose Skyway Precision because:

• Family-owned company with more than 55 years of manufacturing experience
• Multiple facilities across Michigan and Wisconsin
• Strong opportunities for advancement
• Clear career path from Operator → Machinist → Programmer
• Weekly pay
• Consistent overtime opportunities
• Modern equipment and ongoing investments in technology
• Team-oriented culture with strong support from experienced machinists and leadership
• Stable workload serving diversified industries beyond traditional automotive manufacturing

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range

$25 - $30 per hour (DOE)

Additional Compensation

• 10% Shift Premium for 2nd Shift
• $1,500 Sign-On Bonus (paid after 90 days)
• Monthly Individual Performance Bonuses
• Annual Company Performance Bonuses
• Quarterly & Annual Attendance Bonuses
• Holiday Bonuses

Benefits

• Medical Insurance (Multiple BCBS Plan Options)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Coverage
• Disability Coverage
• Accident Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match (50% match up to 6%)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Schedule

1st Shift

• 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

2nd Shift

• 6:00 PM – 4:30 AM
• 10% Shift Premium

Overtime

• Consistent overtime available
• Typical schedule ranges from 4–6 days per week depending on production requirements

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Apply Today

If you're looking for a CNC operator opportunity with long-term stability, strong earning potential, and a clear path into setup machining or programming, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today through hireCNC to be considered for a position with Skyway Precision.