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CNC Machine Operator

Longmont, CO

$28 - $43/hr

Associate degree or Technical Certification is a plus. Compensation: $28.00-$43.00/hour depending ... Maintain and configure machine shop equipment, including mills, lathes, saws, and metrology tooling.

nLIGHT

CNC Machine Operator

Longmont, CO · On-site

$28 - $43/hr

Associate degree or Technical Certification is a plus. Compensation: $28.00-$43.00/hour depending ... Maintain and configure machine shop equipment, including mills, lathes, saws, and metrology tooling.

nLIGHT

CNC Machine Operator

Longmont, CO

$28 - $43/hr

Associate degree or Technical Certification is a plus. Compensation: $28.00-$43.00/hour depending ... Maintain and configure machine shop equipment, including mills, lathes, saws, and metrology tooling.

nLIGHT

CNC Machine Operator

Longmont, CO

Associate degree or Technical Certification is a plus. Compensation: $28.00-$43.00/hour depending ... Maintain and configure machine shop equipment, including mills, lathes, saws, and metrology tooling.

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What is the difference between Associate Machine Shop Lead vs Machine Shop Technician?

AspectAssociate Machine Shop LeadMachine Shop Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some certifications preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical certifications often required
Work EnvironmentLead role in a machine shop, overseeing operationsHands-on work in machining and equipment maintenance
Employer UsageSupervises and coordinates shop activitiesPerforms machining tasks and equipment troubleshooting
Common Search IntentLeadership, oversight, and coordinationTechnical skills, machining, and maintenance

The Associate Machine Shop Lead typically oversees shop operations, coordinating team activities and ensuring quality. In contrast, the Machine Shop Technician focuses on hands-on machining, equipment maintenance, and technical tasks. Both roles require technical skills and certifications, but the lead position emphasizes supervision and coordination, while the technician role emphasizes technical proficiency and operational support.

What are the most commonly searched types of Machine Shop Lead jobs in Colorado? The most popular types of Machine Shop Lead jobs in Colorado are:
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Infographic showing various Associate Machine Shop Lead job openings in Colorado as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution.

CNC Machinist II / III

SPRINGS FABRICATION MASTER

Colorado Springs, CO

$26 - $36/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

SUMMARY


Responsible for utilizing advanced machining skills to produce high-quality components. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of machining processes, the ability to generate, read, and interpret complex drawings, and a strong capability in both manual and CNC machining, including programming and coding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform complex machining operations on various machines such as Haas Lathe, Feeler, G&L, Femco Vertical Mills, and Femco HBC with minimal or no supervision.
- Demonstrate strong lathe experience and engage in prototype machining, research and development, and reverse engineering tasks.
- Utilize both manual machines and CNC machines, and apply conversational programming and CNC coding skills.
- Set up and adjust machine controls and offsets, and monitor operations to detect and resolve malfunctions.
- Periodically inspect parts during runs and after completion to ensure accuracy and adherence to specifications.
- Perform preventative maintenance practices on machines
- Process all paperwork in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
- Monitor job costing to ensure machining remains within acceptable limits relative to estimates.
- Lead and mentor team members, promoting a positive attitude and teamwork.
- Read and understand complex machining blueprints, and write simple machining programs on various controllers.
- Ensure familiarity with base machines and apply prior machining and programming knowledge effectively.

Required Education:

HS Diploma, GED or equivalent. Minimum of 10 years of related machine shop experience and/or training equivalent.


Required Experience:
- Prior work history or knowledge of setting up and running CNC machines 
- Able to read and understand complex machining blueprints
- Able to write simple machining programs on several different controllers
Preferred Experience:
- Sets-up and runs complex machining operations on the Haas Lathe, Feeler, G&L, Femco Vertical Mills, and Femco HBC
- Observes machine operation to detect malfunctions, adjust machine controls, and offsets with minimal or no supervision.
- Ability to do prototype machining, R&D, and reverse engineering
- Experience with manual machines, CNC machines, conversational programming, and CNC coding

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OTHER:

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Springs Fabrication is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

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