CNC Machinist – 5-Axis / Large Industrial Machining
Prime Machine Inc. in Salt Lake City, UT is actively seeking detail-oriented Full-TimeCNC Machinists to assist with our industrial manufacturing operations. Do you enjoy working in a focused, technical work environment? Are you precise and careful with your work? Would you like to join an established company that truly cares for its employees? If so, please keep reading!
As a CNC Machinist, you are essential to our manufacturing process. We specialize in custom and repair machining rather than mass production, so your skill, precision, and judgment matter on every part. This is not an operator position — we are looking for skilled machinists capable of setup, programming support, and precision machining.
In this role, you will read blueprints, assist with programming, select and change tooling, and machine complex parts with extreme accuracy. Our machinists take ownership of their work from setup and machining to deburring and inspection. Your attention to detail ensures every component meets strict quality and safety standards for industries such as aerospace, power generation, mining, and heavy equipment.
Required Qualifications
- Willingness to work Swing Shift
- 5+ years CNC machining experience
- 5-Axis machining experience (REQUIRED)
- Experience operating or setting up Rafamet CNC machines
- Experience operating or setting up Froriep machines
- 5 + years experience operating a CNC Horizontal Mill
- Experience with both manual and CNC machining
- Mastercam programming experience a huge plus
- Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints
- Knowledge of GD&T and precision inspection procedures
- Ability to perform machine setups, select tooling, and troubleshoot machining processes
- Ability to meet the physical requirements typical of this position
Work Schedule
This full-time position typically works four 10-hour shifts:
Day Shift: 5:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Swing Shift: 3:30 p.m. – 2:00 a.m.
Schedules run Monday–Thursday or Tuesday–Friday, allowing for longer weekends. Overtime is available weekly for those who want additional hours.
About Prime Machine Inc.
Established in 1979, Prime Machine provides emergency industrial equipment repair and new component fabrication services to customers throughout the United States and internationally. From millwright field services to advanced laser inspection services, we support industries including defense, aerospace, hydraulics, power generation, mining, oil, and gas.
As a leader in large-part fabrication and repair machining, we take pride in work that keeps critical industries running. Everything we do supports infrastructure that helps the world function and advance.
Our Core Values
- Team Player
- High Technical IQ
- Safety
- Get It Done
Prime is a rapidly expanding company with strong opportunities for advancement. Our employees are the key to our success, so we provide competitive wages, excellent benefits, modern equipment, and a positive work environment.
Are You Ready to Join Our Team?
If you feel you would be a great fit as our CNC Machinist – 5 Axis, apply today using our quick, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
We are not currently offering relocation assistance for this position. We participate in E-Verify and conduct background and drug screenings as conditions of employment. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Due to U.S. Export Control laws and regulations, applicants selected for employment must show proof of U.S. Person status before employment may begin.
Location: 84101
Work Location: In person
Pay: $20.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
