CNC Set Up Machinists

At a Glance

Company: Machine Specialties, Inc. (MSI)
Location: Whitsett, NC (near Greensboro)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $26.00 – $30.00 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Production-driven (department dependent)
Overtime: Yes (45+ hours per week typical)
Experience Level: Mid to Senior
Work Authorization: Not specified

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued growth and long-term customer demand across aerospace, defense, medical, and energy programs.

At Machine Specialties, Inc., CNC Set-Up Machinists play a critical role in maintaining production schedules and machining complex, tight-tolerance components. This is not a button-pushing role — it’s a hands-on setup position supporting advanced multi-axis machining in a high-expectation environment.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up, operate, and maintain CNC machines
• Load, edit, and adjust G- and M-code programs
• Machine parts to close and correlated tolerances
• Set tooling, offsets, and workholding per setup instructions
• Perform in-process checks and dimensional verification
• Troubleshoot machining issues and improve setups
• Work closely with engineering and programming teams
• Maintain production schedules while upholding quality standards

This role requires strong mechanical instincts, attention to detail, and ownership of the work from setup through completion.

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Machines, Controls & Shop Environment

You’ll work in a modern, well-equipped facility with access to:

Machines:

• 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC machining centers
• Advanced mill-turn and Swiss-type equipment

Controls:

• G-code based CNC controls
• Conversational controls (experience a plus)

Support Systems:

• Strong engineering and programming support
• Process-driven manufacturing environment

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience (job shop preferred)
• Strong blueprint reading skills
• Fluency in G- and M-code editing
• Proven setup, tooling, and offset experience
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve independently
• Comfortable working to tight tolerances
• Strong communication and professionalism

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience with 5-axis CNC machines
• Conversational control experience
• Exposure to aerospace, defense, or medical machining

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Inconel
• Specialty alloys and engineered materials

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose MSI because:

• Clean, professional, well-organized shop
• Advanced CNC machines and tooling
• Challenging, non-commodity work
• Strong engineering collaboration
• Steady workload with long-term programs
• A culture that values craftsmanship and accountability

This is a shop for machinists who want real responsibility and room to grow.

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

• Pay: $26.00 – $30.00/hour (based on experience)
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 50% company match (up to 6%)
• Ongoing training and skill development
• Opportunities for advancement and promotion from within

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Apply

If you’re an experienced CNC Set-Up Machinist looking for challenging work on advanced equipment, MSI wants to hear from you.

Machine Specialties, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.