CNC Machinist & Programmer
Overview
Looking for a career—not just a job? At Proto-1 Manufacturing, we design and build custom machinery for the tube and pipe industry. Our innovative equipment, including tube deburring, end-forming, and cutoff machines, helps manufacturers improve productivity and stay competitive around the world.
At Proto-1, our employees are the foundation of our success. We foster a culture of teamwork, craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and innovation. As a CNC Machinist & Programmer, you'll play a key role in producing high-quality precision one-off components and short run parts in a clean, modern manufacturing environment where your skills are valued and your career can continue to grow.
If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in producing quality parts, and want to be part of a collaborative team, we'd love to hear from you.
Primary Responsibilities
- Precision Machining – Set up, program (Mastercam), and operate CNC mills and lathes to produce precision components for custom machinery & Tooling.
- Interpret Specifications — Work from drawings, shop orders, and verbal instructions; complete standard machining calculations for dimensions, tooling, speeds, and feeds.
- Operate Equipment Safely — Ensure safe operation and confirm preventative maintenance has been completed on assigned equipment.
- Quality Control — Monitor and verify the quality of machined materials throughout production.
- Follow Safety Standards — Adhere to all company safety rules and regulations.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathes.
- Experience with Mastercam or similar CAM software preferred.
- Basic knowledge of machine shop equipment.
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings.
- Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
- Ability to accurately use measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and other basic machine shop measurement tools.
- Basic math skills and the ability to perform shop calculations.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
- Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
- Team-oriented with good communication skills.
- Occasional overtime as needed to meet customer schedules
- Valid driver's license.
Physical Requirements
- Work in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise and seasonal temperature changes.
- Stand and walk for most of the workday.
- Frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 65 pounds.
Benefits
We value our employees and offer a competitive benefits package, including:
- First-shift position with flexible scheduling options: Four 10-hour days, Four 9-hour days with a half-day Friday, Five 8-hour days
- Paid vacation: 80 hours starting, 120 hours after 5 years, 140 hours after 10 years, 160 hours after 15 years
- 80 hours of paid holidays annually
- 401(k) with company match
- Health insurance (Co-Pay and HSA plan options)
- Dental insurance
- Company-paid life insurance
- Company-paid short-term disability insurance
- Annual performance bonus based on company and individual performance
- Safety shoe reimbursement
- Prescription safety glasses reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus program
- Clean, bright, organized manufacturing facility
- We also celebrate our employees with annual holiday gifts from a local butcher, including a Thanksgiving turkey and Christmas ham
Join Our Team
If you're looking for a long-term career with a company that values craftsmanship, quality, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you. Join Proto-1 Manufacturing and become part of a team that builds innovative equipment used by manufacturers around the world.
Apply today!
Pay: Up to $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
