CNC Machinist – Vertical Milling

🔎At a Glance

Company: Blue Chip Tool Co.
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $25 – $35 per hour (DOE)
Shift: 1st Shift Only (6:00 AM or 7:00 AM start)
Overtime: Occasional Saturdays | Optional
Experience Level: Mid to Senior
Work Authorization: Not specified

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to steady workload and upcoming retirements within the milling department. Blue Chip Tool is expanding capacity on its vertical machining centers and is looking for a machinist who can program, set up, and run parts independently.

This position plays a critical role in producing high-precision, low-volume components where attention to detail and machining skill matter more than production speed alone.

If you enjoy variety, problem-solving, and real ownership of your work, this is the kind of shop where that still exists.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Program, set up, and operate 3-axis and 4-axis CNC vertical machining centers
• Work primarily with FANUC-controlled machines
• Machine high-mix, low-volume precision parts
• Hold tolerances commonly around ±0.001" (tighter when required)
• Read and interpret blueprints, part drawings, and GD&T
• Edit G & M code directly at the machine
• Select tooling, set offsets, and verify setups
• Perform in-process and first-article inspections
• Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust programs as needed
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment

This is a hands-on machining role — you’ll see jobs through from setup to finished part.

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines

• CNC Vertical Machining Centers (3-axis & 4-axis)
• Haas, Johnsford, and Prototrak equipment

Controls

• FANUC
• Conversational programming (where applicable)

CAM Software

• GibbsCAM (offline programming support)

Inspection Tools

• Micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and standard precision inspection tools

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What We’re Looking For

Required

• 3–5+ years of experience as a CNC Machinist (setup & programming — not operator-only)
• Strong experience with CNC vertical milling
• Proficiency with FANUC controls
• Ability to run jobs independently from setup to completion
• Solid blueprint reading and GD&T skills
• Comfortable holding tight tolerances
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality and consistency

Preferred (Not Required)

• 4-axis machining experience
• Experience editing G-code at the machine
• Job shop background with high-mix work

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Steel
• Stainless Steel
• Plastics

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Blue Chip Tool because:

• Small, family-owned shop where every machinist matters
• Clean, air-conditioned facility
• Modern CNC equipment with real setup and programming responsibility
• High-mix work — no boring repetition
• Stable first-shift schedule with afternoons free
• Direct access to ownership and decision-makers
• A culture built on craftsmanship, trust, and respect

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay: $25 – $35/hour (based on experience)

Benefits Include:

• Medical Mutual health insurance (75% employer-paid)
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with Vanguard
  • 3% match dollar-for-dollar
  • 50% match on contributions from 4–5%
• Quarterly profit-sharing bonus (when profitable)
• PTO
  • 1 week after 90 days
  • 2 weeks after 1 year
• HSA option available

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday
• 1st shift only
• Optional overtime and occasional Saturday mornings

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Apply

If you’re a CNC Machinist who enjoys vertical milling, programming at the machine, and working in a shop where your skills are respected, this is worth a look.

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