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Cherokee Federal

Journeyman Machinist

Barstow, CA · On-site

$25 - $28/hr

... CNC/NC machine tools, including lathes, vertical and horizontal mills, boring mills, grinders, drills, saws, and multi-axis machining centers. • • Complete new job setups, ensuring proper ...

Cherokee Federal

Journeyman Machinist

Albany, GA · On-site

... CNC/NC machine tools, including lathes, vertical and horizontal mills, boring mills, grinders, drills, saws, and multi-axis machining centers. • • Complete new job setups, ensuring proper ...

McElroy Manufacturing, Inc

NC Programmer

Tulsa, OK

$24.25 - $33/hr

If you enjoy solving complex machining challenges, working with advanced CAM systems, and seeing ... Applying operational knowledge of assigned NC machines to ensure reliable performance

Prolim Global

Machinist 3

Goose Creek, SC · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

... NC) machines May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and ...

PROLIM Global Corporation

Machinist 3

Goose Creek, SC · On-site

$19.75 - $27/hr

... NC) machines May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and ...

McElroy Manufacturing

NC Programmer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$23 - $31.50/hr

If you enjoy solving complex machining challenges, working with advanced CAM systems, and seeing ... Applying operational knowledge of assigned NC machines to ensure reliable performance

McElroy Manufacturing

NC Programmer

Tulsa, OK · On-site

$24.25 - $33/hr

If you enjoy solving complex machining challenges, working with advanced CAM systems, and seeing ... Applying operational knowledge of assigned NC machines to ensure reliable performance

Forum Energy Technologies

Machinist I

Broussard, LA · On-site

$17.50 - $23.75/hr

CNC mill, CNC lathe, and NC (figure feed rates), manual mill, brouch, drill press, rework lathe/press lathe. Job Duties / Responsibilities: * Review print & work order. * Attach fixture to machine ...

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How much do nc machinist jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for nc machinist in the United States is $23.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.71 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an NC machinist?

NC machinists are skilled professionals who operate and maintain numerically controlled (NC) machine tools, such as lathes, mills, and grinders, to produce precision metal and plastic parts. They read blueprints, set up machines, monitor operations, and check finished products for accuracy. NC machinists play a crucial role in manufacturing by ensuring components meet quality and design specifications while maintaining safety standards. Their work often involves programming and troubleshooting machines to optimize efficiency and output.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an NC machinist?

To thrive as an NC Machinist, you need a solid understanding of machining processes, blueprint reading, and precision measurement, often supported by a technical diploma or apprenticeship. Familiarity with CNC machine operation, CAD/CAM software, and the ability to interpret G-code are typically required. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and strong manual dexterity help set top machinists apart. These abilities are crucial to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and the safe production of high-quality components in a manufacturing environment.

What challenges do NC machinists face in maintaining production quality and efficiency?

NC Machinists often encounter challenges such as maintaining tight tolerances, troubleshooting machine malfunctions, and ensuring that tools remain sharp and properly calibrated. They must also adapt quickly to changes in part specifications or production schedules, all while minimizing downtime. Collaborating with engineers and quality control teams is crucial to promptly address any issues, making strong communication and problem-solving skills essential for success in this role.

What is the difference between Nc Machinist vs CNC Operator?

AspectNc MachinistCNC Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, machinist certificationsHigh school diploma, basic CNC training
Work EnvironmentMachine shops, manufacturing plantsManufacturing facilities, machine shops
Job FocusSetting up, programming, and maintaining machinesOperating CNC machines based on existing programs
ComplexityHigher; involves programming and troubleshootingLower; primarily machine operation

The main difference between an Nc Machinist and a CNC Operator is the level of responsibility and skill. Nc Machinists typically handle machine setup, programming, and maintenance, requiring more technical knowledge. CNC Operators mainly run pre-programmed machines, focusing on operation rather than programming or troubleshooting.

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Infographic showing various Nc Machinist job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 8% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $49,183 per year, or $23.6 per hour.

CNC Machinist

Independence, IA • On-site

Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co.
51 - 200 employees
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$19.50 - $26.50/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Position Summary:
The basic function of the CNC Machinist is to set up and operate conventional, special purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Analyzes work orders, work pieces, and blueprints to determine process, materials, equipment, and sequence of operations required to machine parts.
  • Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, grinders and saws.
  • Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, depth and angle of cut or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
  • Observes machine operation to detect malfunctions, adjusts machine controls as required and verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications and blueprints by use of appropriate measuring devices.
  • Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
  • Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, and others to resolve machining or assembly problems.
  • Performs any other related or unrelated task that may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently.
  • Ability to resolve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or schedule form.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, specifications, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Calculate figures, amounts and also use applications of basic algebra and geometry.

Education and/or Experience:
Six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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