A growing precision machine shop in Fort Wayne is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Machinist who can take ownership of projects from programming through setup and production. This is a true machinist role in a fast-paced job shop environment where no two days look the same.
This position is ideal for a machinist who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and independence and wants to be part of a stable shop with long-term employees and strong growth potential.
The machinists perform multiple setups per day, work with a variety of materials and parts, and play a key role in maintaining quality and efficiency.
Work-Life Balance
We believe work should support life - not compete with it.
- Flexible scheduling for personal or family needs
- Leave during the day for appointments if needed
- Make up hours without penalty
- Weekly overtime opportunities available
- Weekend work is rare
- Predictable first-shift schedule
Responsibilities
- Program CNC lathes using Mastercam
- Perform complete machine setups and prove-outs
- Interpret blueprints and technical drawings
- Select tooling and determine machining strategies
- Run first articles and verify part accuracy
- Make program adjustments as needed
- Maintain tight tolerances and high-quality standards
- Minimize scrap through careful planning and execution
- Perform multiple setups throughout the week (often multiple per day)
- Troubleshoot machining challenges and production variables
- Maintain a clean and organized work area
The right person will be:
- Fast-paced and productive
- Detail-oriented and quality-focused
- Comfortable with frequent setups
- Flexible and adaptable
- Self-directed
- Dependable
- Team-oriented
- Focused on minimizing scrap and maximizing efficiency
This is a shop where machinists are trusted to do their job without micromanagement.
Work Environment & Schedule
- 1st Shift (flexible hours)
- Fast-paced job shop environment
- Multiple setups per day
- Variety of parts and materials
- Minimal micromanagement
- Strong employee retention
- Stable ownership
Growth Opportunity
This shop is poised for growth, creating opportunities for machinists who want to grow with the company and play a meaningful role in its future.
Requirements
- Strong experience with CNC lathe setup and programming
- Experience programming with Mastercam
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and GD&T
- Experience performing multiple setups in a job shop environment preferred
- Strong understanding of tooling, feeds, and speeds
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Results-oriented mindset
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities
- Strong problem-solving skills
Benefits
- Flexible first-shift schedule (start between 6:00–8:00 AM)
- Monday–Friday work week
- Ability to adjust schedule for appointments or family needs
- Make up hours without penalty
- Weekly overtime opportunities
- Rare weekend work
- Stable, year-round workload
- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 4%
- UnitedHealthcare medical insurance (eligible after 90 days)
- Company-paid $50,000 life insurance
- Paid holidays (eligible after 90 days)
- Paid time off