
CNC Machinist I - Claypool
🔧 CNC Machinist I – Entry-Level | Claypool, IN
📍 Location: Claypool, Indiana (20 minutes from Warsaw)
🏢 Company: Tecomet – Precision Manufacturing for Medical, Aerospace & Defense
💼 Job Type: Full-Time | 3rd & Weekend Shifts Available
💰 Pay: $21.63 – $25.16/hour + Shift Premiums (12% or Paid-for-40 Plans)
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🛠️ About the Role
Tecomet is growing in Claypool, IN and hiring multiple CNC Machinist I professionals for our 3rd and weekend shifts. Our Claypool facility specializes in Wire EDM and CNC milling, supporting the production of tight-tolerance parts for the medical, defense, and aerospace industries.
This role is ideal for entry-level or early-career machinists who understand basic machining concepts and can read blueprints. We provide training and offer advancement potential for those looking to grow their CNC career.
⏰ Available Shifts
3rd Shift (Mon–Thurs): 7:00 PM – 5:00 AM → 12% shift premium
Weekend Day (Fri–Sun): 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM → Work 36 hours, paid for 40
Weekend Night (Fri–Sun): 5:00 PM – 5:00 AM → 12% premium + Paid for 40 hours
🔩 What You’ll Do
✅ Operate CNC mills or Wire EDM machines following work instructions and engineering drawings
✅ Change dull tooling, make minor offsets, and ensure tooling wear is managed
✅ Use calipers, micrometers, and other inspection tools to check dimensions
✅ Perform hand-finishing and light preventive maintenance
✅ Record activities in job tracking software and follow Good Manufacturing Practices
✅ Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area using 5S principles
✅ Identify issues and escalate to supervisors or team leads
✅ Support quality and productivity initiatives
🛠️ Requirements
Required:
- High school diploma or GED
- Basic understanding of machining processes
- Familiarity with blueprints and measuring tools
- Ability to follow work instructions and safety procedures
- US Citizenship or Green Card (ITAR compliance)
Preferred:
- Associate’s degree or certificate in machining/tooling
- Experience with Wire EDM or CNC milling
- Prior manufacturing experience in a regulated industry
💡 Who You Are
- Reliable and ready to work a set schedule
- Comfortable working with machines and measurement tools
- Detail-oriented and committed to producing quality parts
- Willing to learn and grow with the team
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
🏭 About Tecomet – Claypool Facility
Our Claypool site supports precision machining for medical and defense products, with a focus on Wire EDM and CNC mills. The facility is clean, safety-first, and team-oriented — offering great opportunities to build your machining skillset while supporting life-impacting products.
💵 Compensation & Benefits
- Pay: $21.63 – $25.16/hour
- Shift Premiums:
- 12% for 3rd shift
- Weekend shifts paid for 40 hours (36 worked)
- Medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays and PTO
- Career development and cross-training
- Clean, climate-controlled shop
📩 Launch your CNC career with a company that invests in you. Apply now to join Tecomet – Claypool as a CNC Machinist I.
Salary range
- 21-25 / hour
Machine Type Programming Experience
- 3 Axis Milling / Router
- Wire