CNC 5 Axis Machinist Operator
Title: CNC 5 Axis Machinist Operator
Location: Tampa, FL
Compensation: $22–$30 per hour
Job Summary
Seeking a CNC 5-Axis Machinist / Operator to run established jobs on 5-axis machining centers. This role is responsible for producing quality parts, monitoring the machining process, checking dimensions, and communicating issues promptly.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Operate 5-axis CNC machining centers using approved programs and setup instructions.
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Load and unload parts, confirm proper seating and clamping, and monitor machining cycles.
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Perform routine tool changes and approved tool offset adjustments within established limits.
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Check parts at required intervals using calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
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Follow drawings, work instructions, and quality requirements to maintain part dimensions and finish.
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Recognize tool wear, abnormal machine conditions, and parts trending toward tolerance limits; stop and notify the appropriate person when needed.
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Maintain clean machines and work areas and follow all safety procedures.
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Communicate job status, problems, and handoff information to the next shift.
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Perform additional responsibilities assigned by the supervisor, including department transfers to meet production needs.
Required Skills / Attributes
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Experience operating CNC machining centers; 5-axis experience required.
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Experience with CNC controls preferred.
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Ability to read drawings and use precision measuring tools.
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Understanding of machining practices, tool wear, and dimensional tolerances.
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Ability to follow established processes, work independently, and ask for support when a process moves outside approved limits.
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Aerospace or other tight-tolerance machining experience required.
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Strong work ethic and willingness to work overtime to meet tight deadlines as needed.
Education and Experience
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High school diploma or GED.
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Machining apprenticeship, technical certificate, or associate degree in machining or manufacturing technology preferred; equivalent hands-on experience accepted.
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Training or demonstrated experience with CNC controls required.
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Additional training in 5-axis machining, blueprint reading, GD&T, and inspection methods is a plus.
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Ability to machine parts to tolerances of ±0.0005 inches.
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Ability to read and interpret GD&T blueprints to produce parts to specification.
Physical Job Requirements
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Regularly required to stand and reach throughout an 8–10-hour shift.
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Occasionally required to walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or bend.
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Frequently required to perform repetitive or short-cycle work.
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Regularly lift, push, or pull up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
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Understand and observe all necessary safety procedures, including requirements for safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, machine interlocks, and lifting guidelines for the assigned work area.
Benefits
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Medical insurance, including PPO and HDHP options with an HSA and prescription coverage
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Dental PPO insurance
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Vision PPO insurance
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Short-term and long-term disability insurance
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Company-paid life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, with options to purchase additional life insurance for yourself, your spouse, and children
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Critical illness insurance
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Accident insurance
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401(k) plan with a strong employer match
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Personal retirement advisor
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Generous PTO policy and paid holidays
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Partial tuition reimbursement for job-related classes
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Personal protective equipment reimbursement, including safety glasses and shoes
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Uniform rental service
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Employee events
Compensation: $22–$30 per hour
Due to ITAR regulations, only U.S. persons—defined as U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents (Green Card holders), and U.S. nationals—are eligible for this position.
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