Cnc Machine Engineer Jobs in Mississippi (NOW HIRING)

FEUER Powertrain North America is the U.S. subsidiary of a leading German crankshaft manufacturer, producing two out of every three crankshafts worldwide for premier automotive brands including Mercedes-Benz, GM, BMW, Volkswagen, Audi, Renault, Jaguar, Bentley, Rolls-Royce, Aston Martin, Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, and many others.

At our North American facility, we manufacture high-precision crankshafts for customers such as Mercury Marine, Polaris, and other industry leaders.

At FEUER Powertrain, our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to providing a safety-focused workplace, competitive compensation, career advancement opportunities, and long-term professional development.

If you have an exceptional attitude, outstanding work ethic, and want to be part of a team producing high-precision crankshafts for leading global automotive and powersports manufacturers - We invite you to apply and build your career with FEUER Powertrain.

Why Work at FEUER Powertrain North America?

FEUER values the health, wellness, and financial security of every employee by offering:

• 85% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• 5% employer-matched 401(k) retirement plan
• PPO and HDHP medical plan options with tax-advantaged Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Nine (9) employer-paid holidays
• Seven (7) days of planned plant shutdown paid at 50%
• Industry-leading Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Medical Leave available after 30 days of employment
• Clean, climate-controlled, state-of-the-art manufacturing environment

CNC Machinist I

Job Summary

The CNC Machinist I supports production operations by operating, setting up, and monitoring CNC machining equipment used in the manufacture of crankshafts, counterweights, and related powertrain components. Working under close supervision, this role focuses on developing foundational machining skills, maintaining safety and quality standards, and learning advanced CNC processes in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machining equipment following established procedures, work instructions, and safety standards.
• Load and unload raw materials and finished components from CNC machines.
• Assist with machine set-up, tooling changes, offsets, and basic program adjustments under supervision.
• Monitor machine operations to ensure dimensional accuracy, surface quality, and completeness of workpieces.
• Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other inspection tools to verify product specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, and basic GD&T requirements.
• Identify tooling wear or operational issues and notify lead personnel or supervisors as needed.
• Perform housekeeping, cleaning, and preventive maintenance activities to maintain an organized and safe work environment.
• Complete required production, quality, and operational documentation accurately.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and participate in team-based problem-solving activities.
• Assist with training activities and demonstrate willingness to learn advanced machining processes.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2 – 4-year technical school, apprenticeship, or vocational machining certification.
• 2 - 4 years of CNC machining or manufacturing experience.
• Basic understanding of machining concepts, tooling, and CNC equipment.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, work instructions, and basic measuring requirements.
• Basic math skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges preferred.
• Willingness to learn CNC programming concepts, tooling offsets, and machine set-ups.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to CNC lathes, mills, grinding, balancing, drilling, tapping, or related machining processes.
• Familiarity with GD&T concepts.
• Experience in automotive or powertrain manufacturing environments.
• Siemens 840D experience is a plus.
• Understanding of crankshaft manufacturing processes preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, grip, and lift up to 50 lbs. on a repetitive basis.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machine noise, moving equipment, and industrial fluids.