CNC Machinist 4 – Lathe Team (Programming & Process Improvement)

🔍At a Glance

• Company: Laitram Machine Shop
• Location: Harahan, LA 70123
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Pay Range: Competitive Pay (DOE)
• Shift: Full-Time Manufacturing Schedule
• Overtime: As Needed
• Experience Level: Senior | 5–7+ Years CNC Machining & Programming Experience
• Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States

Advance Your Career with Laitram Machine Shop

Laitram Machine Shop is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist 4 to join our Lathe Team in New Orleans, Louisiana.

This senior-level position combines CNC machining, setup, programming support, process improvement, and mentorship responsibilities in a modern manufacturing environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

If you enjoy solving complex machining challenges, improving processes, and helping others succeed, this could be the next step in your CNC career.

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Perform advanced setups across a variety of CNC lathes and machining equipment
• Load stock into workholding devices and monitor machining operations
• Run production jobs while maintaining quality, efficiency, and throughput goals
• Inspect parts using precision measuring equipment to verify compliance with print specifications
• Make adjustments to tooling, offsets, workholding, feeds, and speeds to maintain dimensional accuracy and surface finish requirements
• Create and support CNC programs while communicating setup and tooling requirements to the shop floor
• Troubleshoot machining and process issues while identifying improvement opportunities
• Develop repeatable manufacturing processes and machining strategies
• Train, mentor, and support less experienced machinists
• Collaborate with programmers, quality personnel, engineers, and production leadership to improve manufacturing performance

Machines, Controls & Software

You'll regularly work with:

• CNC Lathes
• CNC Milling Equipment
• CAM Software
• Precision Inspection Equipment
• Micrometers
• Calipers
• Gauges
• Manual and Automated CMM Systems
• GD&T-Based Inspection Processes

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 5–7 years of combined CNC setup and programming experience
• Experience programming and supporting CNC machining operations
• Strong blueprint reading skills
• Knowledge of G-Code and M-Code programming
• Experience using CAM software
• Proficiency using precision inspection equipment
• Strong understanding of GD&T
• Advanced shop math skills including geometry and trigonometry
• Leadership and mentoring experience
• Strong communication and computer skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with manual and automated CMM systems
• Experience with FDM 3D printing
• Experience designing and developing workholding solutions
• Project management experience
• Experience quoting CNC machined components
• Multi-axis machining experience
• Experience supporting manufacturing process improvements

Why Machinists Like Working at Laitram

Laitram invests heavily in both technology and people. Machinists enjoy working in an environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and technical growth.

Highlights include:

• Modern manufacturing environment
• Advanced machining technology
• Opportunities to expand programming and leadership skills
• Strong culture of continuous improvement
• Career advancement opportunities
• Team-focused environment built around quality and craftsmanship
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing development opportunities

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay

Competitive Compensation Based on Experience

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-Campus Fitness Center
• On-Campus Pharmacy
• Wellness Center
• IVF Benefits
• Stem Cell Treatment Benefits
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package

Schedule

• Full-Time Position
• Overtime Available as Needed

Apply Today

If you're an experienced CNC machinist and programmer looking to take ownership of processes, mentor others, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, apply today and join a company that values innovation, craftsmanship, and technical excellence.

Apply through hireCNC to learn more about this CNC Machinist 4 opportunity with Laitram Machine Shop in Harahan, Louisiana.