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<h2>Mazak CNC Lathe Machinist</h2><p><strong>International Tool &amp; Manufacturing</strong><br>📍 Fairfield, New Jersey<br>💼 Full-Time | Day Shift<br>💰 <strong>$100,000 – $120,000 per year (DOE)</strong></p><h3>About the Company</h3><p>International Tool &amp; Manufacturing is a <strong>small, precision CNC job shop</strong> located in Fairfield, NJ, specializing in <strong>tight-tolerance prototype and short-run production work</strong>. The shop primarily supports <strong>defense-related programs</strong> and operates in a <strong>temperature-controlled, ISO-certified environment</strong> with a strong focus on quality, craftsmanship, and long-term employment.</p><p>This is a shop for experienced machinists who take pride in their work and want stability, respect, and challenging projects — not button-pushing production lines.</p><h3>Position Overview</h3><p>We are seeking a <strong>highly experienced Mazak CNC Lathe Machinist</strong> to take ownership of the <strong>lathe department</strong>. This is a long-term opportunity for a senior-level machinist who can confidently handle complex setups, tight tolerances, and prototype work across a wide range of materials.</p><p>You will work independently, with trust and autonomy, in a professional shop environment alongside other skilled machinists.</p><h3>Key Responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Set up and operate <strong>Mazak CNC lathes</strong> (single-turret horizontal)</li><li>Program and edit at the machine using <strong>Mazatrol</strong></li><li>Machine <strong>tight-tolerance prototype and short-run parts</strong></li><li>Interpret complex blueprints and GD&amp;T requirements</li><li>Select tooling, offsets, and cutting parameters</li><li>Work with a wide range of materials (steel, aluminum, stainless, exotic alloys)</li><li>Perform in-process inspections to ensure quality standards</li><li>Maintain a clean, organized, and professional work area</li><li>Support continuous improvement within the lathe department</li></ul><h3>Required Experience &amp; Skills</h3><ul><li><strong>10+ years of CNC machining experience</strong></li><li>Strong background in <strong>CNC lathe machining</strong></li><li>Hands-on experience with <strong>Mazak machines and Mazatrol controls</strong></li><li>Ability to hold <strong>tight tolerances</strong> consistently</li><li>Experience in <strong>job shop and prototype environments</strong></li><li>Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision</li><li>Strong attention to detail and quality mindset</li></ul><h3>Compensation &amp; Benefits</h3><ul><li><strong>Salary: $100,000 – $120,000 per year</strong>, based on experience</li><li><strong>Full medical insurance – no employee contribution</strong></li><li><strong>Profit sharing</strong></li><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li><li>Paid holidays</li><li>Stable, long-term employment</li><li>Temperature-controlled, ISO-certified professional shop</li></ul><h3>Why This Role Stands Out</h3><ul><li>Senior-level role with real responsibility and trust</li><li>Defense work with interesting, challenging parts</li><li>Excellent compensation and benefits package</li><li>Clean, organized, professional shop environment</li><li>Long-term opportunity — not a revolving-door position</li></ul>

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