CNC Machinist – Prototrak Mill and/or Lathe (Non-Production / Job Shop)

🔎 At a Glance

• Company: James Tool Machine and Engineering, Inc.
• Location: Morganton, NC (On-site)
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Pay Range: Competitive (based on experience)
• Shift: Day Shift (hours to be confirmed)
• Overtime: Yes – As Needed
• Experience Level: Mid-Level (3+ years CNC machining)
• Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
• Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates

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Why This Role Exists

James Tool is expanding its machining team to support continued demand for custom tooling, fixtures, and precision-machined components across multiple industries.

This role is critical in a non-production, high-mix job shop environment, where flexibility, craftsmanship, and independent machining ability are essential.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Program, set up, and operate Prototrak 3-axis CNC mills and/or lathes
• Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and GD&T
• Machine low-volume, high-mix parts with precision and repeatability
• Select tooling, set offsets, and verify workholding setups
• Perform test runs and make adjustments to meet specifications
• Hold tight tolerances and ensure part quality
• Perform first-article and in-process inspections
• Adapt quickly to changing job priorities in a job shop setting
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean work environment

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Machines, Controls & Software

• Machines: Prototrak CNC Mills & Lathes (3-Axis)
• Controls: Prototrak Conversational Controls
• CAM Software: Mastercam (preferred)
• Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, indicators, edge finders, parallels

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Steel (mild & alloy)
• Stainless steel
• Additional materials depending on job requirements

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience (mills and/or lathes)
• Experience with Prototrak or conversational programming
• Ability to program, set up, and run machines independently
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools
• Ability to work in a job shop / non-production environment
• Strong attention to detail and adaptability

Preferred (Not Required):

• Mastercam experience
• Experience with custom tooling or fixture work
• Multi-axis machining exposure

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose James Tool because:

• Clean, organized, modern and well-tooled shop
• True job shop work — variety over repetitive production
• Stable workload with steady overtime opportunities
• Opportunities to grow into more advanced machining or programming roles
• A team that values craftsmanship and independence

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: Competitive (DOE)
Overtime: Available as needed

Benefits:

• 100% Paid Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance (employee + family)
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 🎉 Birthday Off with Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Clean, modern, organized shop environment
• 🚚 Relocation Assistance Available for qualified candidates

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Required Tools

Candidates must provide their own basic machinist tools, including:

• Dial/Digital Calipers (0–6")
• Micrometers (up to 3")
• .0005 Indicator & Edge Finder
• 1-2-3 Blocks & Precision Parallels
• Calculator, Mallet, Adjustable Wrench

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Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.
👉 Apply now or save this job to come back later.

James Tool Machine and Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.