# CNC Machinist

> Laborup · La Vergne, United States · — · Posted 2026-10-21

**Salary:** USD 50,000–52,000

**Workplace:** on_site

## Description

**Overview**

We’re hiring CNC Machinists for our precision manufacturing facility, making precision components for the industrial equipment industry on advanced 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC equipment. Every part requires extremely tight tolerances, making this a role for machinists who enjoy technical work and continuous improvement.

**What makes this role different:**

-   Precision, tight-tolerance manufacturing
-   Advanced multi-axis CNC equipment
-   Growing production with long-term stability
-   Dedicated training center and paid skill development
-   Cross-training across machines and processes
-   Clear advancement into higher-paying technical roles

Whether you’re an experienced machinist or a recent TCAT graduate with strong fundamentals, we’re looking for people who want to continue developing their craft. We’ll invest in your training while you build a long-term career with Kennametal.

**Compensation**

-   **$25 – $26 / hr**

**Hiring on 1st Shift**

-   7am – 3pm
-   Monday - Friday

**Responsibilities**

-   **Machine Setups:** Perform complete setups and prepare machines for production.
-   **Machine Operation:** Operate multiple CNC machines throughout each shift.
-   **Quality Audits:** Verify parts meet dimensional and visual quality standards.
-   **Precision Inspection:** Measure parts using precision inspection equipment.
-   **Offsets:** Make tool wear and dimensional offsets as needed.
-   **Troubleshooting:** Diagnose machining issues and maintain stable production.
-   **Blueprint Reading:** Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
-   **Documentation:** Complete production and quality documentation accurately.

**Qualifications**

_Required_

-   2+ years of CNC machining experience **or** recent machining program graduate
-   CNC setup experience
-   Blueprint reading skills
-   Basic GD&T knowledge
-   Precision measuring experience
-   Mechanical troubleshooting ability
-   Safe work practices

_Preferred_

-   3-, 4-, or 5-axis machining experience
-   Grinding experience
-   G-code knowledge
-   Multi-machine operation
-   Industrial manufacturing experience
-   Continuous improvement experience

## Apply

[Apply at Laborup](https://apply.workable.com/laborup/j/E4D4031953/apply)

---
Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)