Top 6 Mill operator Jobs in Kalamazoo Mi

Level 4 CNC Machinist / Lead (B-Shift)
Gaishin Manufacturing Inc —Kalamazoo, MI
- $28 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
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Senior Machinist
Hytech Spring & Machine Corporation —Plainwell, MI
- Full-time
- Schematics
- CAD
- Mid-level
- 401(k)
CNC Operator 1
X-L Machine Company —Three Rivers, MI
- Organizational skills
- Entry level
- Under 1 year
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Machine Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift
HyTech Spring & Machine —Plainwell, MI
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Entry level
- On-the-job training
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CNC Operator 2
X-L Machine Company —Three Rivers, MI
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Organizational skills
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CNC Programmer
FlexTrades —United States
- $50 an hour
- Overtime
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Level 4 CNC Machinist / Lead (B-Shift)

Gaishin Manufacturing Inc -
Kalamazoo, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$28 - $35 an hour

Qualifications

Mechanical blueprint interpretation
Machine setup
Equipment setup (production tasks)
Blueprint specification interpretation
Tooling
Machining tool setup
Dimensional measurements
Precision measurement in machining

Full Job Description

Advanced CNC Operator/Lead – Second Shift

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Shift: Monday–Thursday | 3:30 PM – 1:30 AM

Pay Type: Hourly (USD) $28-$35 + Shift Differential

Why You’ll Want to Work Here

Culture that matters – Faith-based, people-first, excellence-driven
Leadership opportunity – Be a go-to technical expert and shift influencer
Stability with growth – Aerospace, medical, defense, and agriculture markets
Team-focused environment – We win together
Investment in you – Training, coaching, and advancement pathways

What You’ll Do

As a CNC Vertical Mill Specialist, you will operate advanced CNC 3‑ and 4‑axis vertical milling machines while serving as a strong second‑shift presence on the floor. This is a hands-on machining role with added responsibility to support production flow, quality, and team performance.

Machining & Technical Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC vertical milling machines
Perform tooling changes, offset adjustments, and positional corrections
Maintain production pace at or above expected rates
Complete part changeovers efficiently
Inspect first-run and in-process parts using calipers, micrometers, and optical equipment
Read and interpret complex blueprints, inspection packets, and GD&T
Identify issues and make real-time process adjustments
Maintain quality standards and minimize scrap

Leadership & Shift Support Responsibilities

Serve as a point person for second shift machinists
Communicate daily production goals set by supervisory leadership
Assist with onboarding and training of new team members
Provide daily touchpoints and coaching to support performance
Help make real-time operational decisions to keep production moving
Communicate shift performance, concerns, and wins to the supervisory team
Model and enforce strong 5S, safety, and preventive maintenance practices
Identify high performers and skill gaps within the shift

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What We’re Looking For

This role is for someone who takes pride in doing things right — and is ready to step up.

Required Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of CNC machining experience (milling preferred)
Strong understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading
Experience with tooling, offsets, and high‑speed machining
Ability to accurately use measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, optical equipment)
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Self‑motivated with a willingness to learn and take initiative
Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
Ability to stand and walk for the duration of a full shift

Preferred (Not Required)

Experience in aerospace or medical manufacturing
Informal leadership, mentoring, or training experience
Technical education or machining certificate

About Gaishin Manufacturing

Gaishin Manufacturing is a family‑owned, second‑generation company built on faith, craftsmanship, and people. We don’t just talk about values — we live them.

Our five core values guide everything we do:

Integrity & Humility
Winning Attitude
Team Player
Consider It Done
Takes Initiative

We’re proud of the world‑class parts we produce — and even prouder of the people behind them.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re an experienced CNC machinist who wants more responsibility, real impact, and room to grow, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today and help us continue building something greater — together.

B Shift: 3:30 pm - 1:30 am (Monday - Thursday)

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