
CNC Machinist/CNC Set-up Operator
🔎 At a Glance
Company: Tancredi Machining
Location: Topton, PA (Onsite)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $50,000 – $60,000 per year (based on experience)
Shift: Day Shift (standard shop hours)
Overtime: As needed
Experience Level: Mid-Level (2–5+ years CNC machining experience)
Work Authorization: Authorized to work in the U.S.
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🧠 Why This Role Exists
This role exists to support steady production demand and maintain the high quality standards Tancredi Machining is known for. As a small precision machine shop, every machinist plays a critical role in delivering accurate, on-time parts. This position directly impacts quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
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🛠 The Work You’ll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, and/or Swiss machines
- Load tools, set offsets, and prepare machines for production runs
- Read and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and job travelers
- Perform first-article and in-process inspections
- Maintain tight tolerances and verify part quality using precision measuring tools
- Make basic machine adjustments and offset changes as needed
- Troubleshoot machining issues related to tooling, finishes, and tolerances
- Communicate clearly with teammates to prevent quality or production issues
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⚙️ Machines, Controls & Shop Capabilities
You’ll work with a mix of CNC equipment, including:
- Machines: CNC Mills, CNC Lathes, Swiss Machines
- Controls: Fanuc-style controls (or similar)
- Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, height gauges, indicators, gauges
(Exact machines vary by job — versatility is valued.)
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🧱 Materials You’ll Work With
- Aluminum
- Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Other production materials as required
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✅ What We’re Looking For
Required:
- 2+ years of CNC machining experience in a production or job shop environment
- Experience operating CNC mills, lathes, and/or Swiss machines
- Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T
- Strong understanding of tooling, offsets, and in-process inspection
- Comfortable holding tolerances and inspecting parts independently
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
- Pride in producing quality parts — not just running machines
Preferred (Not Required):
- CNC setup experience from start to first article
- Ability to load tools, set tool lengths/diameters, and work offsets
- Experience troubleshooting chatter, finishes, and tool wear
- CAM software exposure or CNC programming experience
- Ability to edit or adjust G-code at the machine
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👥 What Makes This a Good Shop to Work In
Machinists choose Tancredi Machining because:
- Small shop environment where your work actually matters
- High expectations for quality — and respect for skilled machinists
- Team-oriented culture with clear communication
- Opportunity to grow into setup or programming responsibilities
- Focus on craftsmanship, not just cycle time
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💰 Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range: $50,000 – $60,000 per year (DOE)
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Full-time, onsite
Overtime:
- As needed based on workload
(Benefits discussed during the interview process.)
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👉 Apply
Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.
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Fields of study
- CNC
- Machining
Years of experience
- 3 - 5 years of experience
Salary range
- 50,000 to 59,999 per year
Required languages
- English
Required skills
- Machine Type Programming Experience
- Single turret horizontal lathe
- Single turret horizontal lathe with milling
- Single turret horizontal with yaxis and sub spindle
- Swiss turning machine
- 3 axis vertical mill
- 4 axis vertical mill
- CAM Software Experience
- CNC Controls Experience
- Fanuc
- Mitsubishi
- Okuma
- Aluminum
- Brass
- Copper
- Plastics
- Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Tool Steel
- Titanium
- ERP Software
CAM Software Experience
- Mastercam
- Fusion 360
- ESPRIT
- SmartCAM
CNC Controls Experience
- Fanuc
- Okuma
- Mitsubishi