CNC Machinist / Set Up Machinist – Mills & Lathes (Okuma / Fanuc)

🔍At a Glance

Company: Skyway Precision Inc.
Location: Plymouth, MI (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $30 - $40 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: 1st Shift or 2nd Shift Available
Shift Premium: 10% for 2nd Shift
Overtime: Yes – Consistent Overtime Available
Experience Level: Mid-Level to Senior (3+ years preferred)

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Why This Role Exists

Skyway Precision continues to grow across its Michigan manufacturing operations and is hiring CNC Machinists to support increasing production demands.

Unlike many production environments where machinists perform only a small portion of the manufacturing process, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of setups, tooling, machine adjustments, and quality while producing precision-machined components for a diverse range of industrial applications.

This position is ideal for machinists who enjoy variety, problem-solving, and working in a shop that values skill development and internal advancement.

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The Work You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC mills and lathes
• Read and interpret blueprints, setup sheets, and work instructions
• Install tooling, fixtures, and workholding
• Set offsets and make machine adjustments as required
• Load and run CNC programs
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections
• Troubleshoot machining and tooling issues
• Maintain dimensional accuracy and product quality
• Work closely with programmers, quality personnel, and production leadership
• Support both short-run and production machining operations

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Machines, Controls & Technology

You'll work with equipment such as:

Machines

• CNC Turning Centers
• CNC Machining Centers
• Mitsubishi CNC Equipment
• Okuma CNC Equipment
• Advanced Production Machining Systems

Controls

• Fanuc Controls
• Okuma Controls

Inspection Equipment

• Calipers
• Micrometers
• Indicators
• Bore Gauges
• Standard Precision Measuring Equipment

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Materials You'll Work With

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

You'll machine components ranging from smaller precision parts to larger industrial castings used in demanding manufacturing applications.

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What We're Looking For

Required

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience
• Experience performing machine setups
• Experience with CNC mills, lathes, or both
• Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing documentation
• Strong understanding of tooling, offsets, and machining processes
• Ability to inspect parts using precision measuring instruments
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Reliable, safety-minded, and team-oriented

Preferred

• Fanuc control experience
• Okuma control experience
• Experience machining cast materials
• Ability to make program edits at the machine
• Multi-machine experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Skyway Precision because:

• Family-owned company with more than 55 years of manufacturing experience
• Stable business serving multiple industries
• Opportunities to work on a wide variety of parts and machining challenges
• Strong internal advancement opportunities
• Clear career path into programming and leadership roles
• Weekly pay
• Consistent overtime availability
• Supportive work environment where experienced employees help develop newer team members
• Growing company that continues to invest in equipment, technology, and people

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range

$30 - $40 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

• Day Shift

2nd Shift

• Evening Shift
• 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 an experienced CNC Machinist looking for stable work, strong earning potential, advancement opportunities, and the chance to work with a growing Michigan manufacturer, we'd like to hear from you.

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