Part Time Cnc Plasma Programmer Jobs in Tennessee

Fillauer is a global leader in orthotic and prosthetic innovation, empowering clinicians and patients to achieve their best functional outcomes. With manufacturing and R&D locations in Tennessee, Utah, and Sweden, Fillauer supports a strong upper limb product line, a robust offering of prosthetic feet, and a wide range of orthotic devices, tools, equipment, components, and materials.

Founded over a century ago, Fillauer is dedicated to helping individuals with limb loss and limited mobility return to daily activities and achieve new heights. Today, we are in an exciting period of growth and investment. We have recently added stateoftheart, highefficiency CNC lathes and mills, providing machinists with modern, reliable equipment designed for precision, productivity, and repeatability. Recent shop upgrades have reduced setup times and allow machinists to focus on quality work rather than working around outdated equipment.

We are seeking experienced machinists who want to be part of a forwardmoving organization that values skilled craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and longterm investment in both our people and our capabilities.

Fillauer is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at our company.

The CNC Machinist III is an advanced-level machining role responsible for complex part programming, setup, and production of precision components used in the manufacture of orthotic and prosthetic devices. This role requires deep technical expertise in CNC programming, tooling strategy, and problem resolution. The CNC Machinist III serves as a technical resource on the shop floor, supporting production continuity, mentoring junior machinists, and driving quality and efficiency improvements. This position plays a key role in ensuring that machined components meet the exacting tolerances and quality standards required for patient-critical O&P devices.

• Program less complex parts at the machine and support programming of more advanced components
• Select cutting tools, fixtures, and machining strategies for complex part geometries
• Calculate and set machining parameters including speed, feed, depth of cut, and coolant flow
• Monitor machine operations to identify malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions and implement corrective actions
• Perform advanced troubleshooting of machining issues, tooling failures, and fit-up problems
• Support mold, fixture, and tooling refinement to improve manufacturability and cycle time
• Provide technical guidance and mentoring to Machinist I and II level team members
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to resolve complex part and process issues
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment; model safety standards for the team

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Trade Certificate or relevant apprenticeship strongly preferred
• 5+ years of CNC machining experience with demonstrated progression in responsibility
• Must have, or be eligible to obtain, a valid driver’s license and driving record within the standards outlined within Hanger’s Motor Vehicle Safety Policy and Procedures. 

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment with demonstrated proficiency in CNC machining operations
• Has gained proficiency across multiple CNC machining competencies including setup, programming, tooling, and complex part production
• Works independently within established procedures with minimal supervision; exercises sound judgment in daily operations
• Capable of programming less complex parts at the machine and supporting programming of more advanced components
• Advanced ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and GD&T requirements
• Skilled in selecting cutting tools, fixtures, and machining strategies for complex part geometries
• Ability to calculate and set machining parameters including speed, feed, depth of cut, and coolant flow
• Strong troubleshooting skills across machining issues, tooling failures, and fit-up problems
• Experienced in supporting mold, fixture, and tooling refinement to improve manufacturability
• Ability to mentor and provide technical guidance to lower level machinists
• Maintains a safe, organized work environment and models safety standards for the team
• Act with integrity in all ways and at all times, remaining honest, transparent, and respectful in all relationships.
• Keep the patient at the center of everything that you do, building lifelong trust.
• Foster open collaboration and constructive dialogue with everyone around you.
• Continuously innovate new solutions, influencing and responding to change.
• Focus on superior outcomes, and calibrate work processes for outstanding results.

• Competitive Compensation Packages
• 8 Paid National Holidays & 4 additional Floating Holidays
• PTO that includes Vacation and Sick time
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401k Savings and Retirement Plan
• Paid Parental Bonding Leave for New Parents
• Flexible Work Schedules and Part-time Opportunities
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Mentorship Programs- Mentor and Mentee
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance by Location
• Relocation Assistance
• Regional & National traveling CPO/CO/CP opportunities
• Volunteering for Local and National events such as Hanger’s BAKA Bootcamp and EmpowerFest

Hanger, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all aspects of the employer-employee relationship. All conditions and privileges of employment are administered to all employees without discrimination or harassment because of race, religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, special disabled veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances. The company will comply with all applicable state or local fair employment laws that forbid discrimination or harassment on the basis of other protected characteristics. Retaliation against any employee for filing or supporting a complaint of discrimination or harassment is prohibited.

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