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SpaceX

Diamond Turning Machinist (Starlink)

Redmond, WA · On-site

$36 - $45/hr

DIAMOND TURNING MACHINIST (STARLINK) As a diamond turning machinist, you will be responsible for the manufacturing and development of sub-micron level tolerance diamond turned parts at production ...

110 Metalworks Inc.

CNC Machinist - Turning

Liverpool, NY · On-site

$30 - $35/hr

Join 110 Metalworks and discover a place where careers thrive, and people matter. 110 Metalworks is looking for an experienced, CNC Machinist for our Turning Department. The right candidate will have ...

Enjet Aero, LLC

CNC Turning Machinist

Manchester, CT · On-site

$21 - $28.50/hr

Efficiently set up, maintain and operate vertical and horizontal multi-axis milling and turning machines to produce high quality precision aerospace components without supervision. * Align and secure ...

Komatsu

5674 Operator - Shaping/Turning

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

5674 Operator - Shaping/Turning Posting Start Date: 6/18/26 Job Location (Short): Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, 53204-2941 Requisition ID: 35642 Onsite or Remote: Onsite Position Join Komatsu and Be ...

Enjet Aero, LLC

CNC Turning Machinist

Manchester, CT · On-site

$21 - $28.50/hr

Efficiently set up, maintain and operate vertical and horizontal multi-axis milling and turning machines to produce high quality precision aerospace components without supervision. * Align and secure ...

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Lead CNC Programmer - Turning

Lead CNC Programmer - Turning

Prosper-Tech Machine & Tool

Richmond, MI • On-site

$35 - $45/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

At a Glance

  • Company: Prosper-Tech Machine & Tool
  • Location: Richmond, MI (On-Site)
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Pay Range: $35 – $45 per hour (based on experience)
  • Shift: 1st Shift | Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Overtime: Yes – As Needed (40–45 hrs/week typical)
  • Experience Level: Senior (5+ years CNC turning/programming)
  • Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
  • Published: March 2026

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists due to continued growth and increased production demand in aerospace and medical programs.

At Prosper-Tech Machine & Tool, the Lead CNC Programmer – Turning plays a critical role in developing, optimizing, and leading CNC turning operations on complex, small-batch components. This is a leadership-level programming position focused on process ownership, quality, and continuous improvement — not just running pre-written programs.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

  • Program and set up multi-axis CNC turning centers
  • Create and optimize toolpaths using Hypermill and longhand G/M code
  • Work directly at the machine (Fanuc controls) to edit, refine, and validate programs
  • Select tooling, determine workholding, and design fixturing
  • Run high-mix, low-volume aerospace and medical jobs
  • Estimate cycle times, tooling cost, and program efficiency
  • Perform first-article validation and in-process inspection
  • Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust feeds/speeds/offsets
  • Develop process control plans and manage tool life
  • Train and mentor setup machinists and operators
  • Collaborate with operations and engineering to maintain schedule

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

  • Machines: Multi-channel dual-turret turn-mill lathes with sub-spindles and live tooling
  • Controls: Fanuc
  • CAM Software: Hypermill (Mastercam experience transferable)
  • Inspection Tools: Calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gauges

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Materials You’ll Work With

  • Inconel
  • Stainless Steel
  • Titanium
  • Aerospace-grade alloys

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What We’re Looking ForRequired:

  • 5+ years of CNC turning and programming experience
  • Experience with live tooling, Y-axis, and sub-spindle lathes
  • Strong proficiency with Fanuc controls
  • CAM programming experience (Hypermill preferred)
  • Blueprint reading & GD&T knowledge
  • Ability to select tooling, design fixturing, and optimize parameters
  • Comfortable leading jobs from setup through production
  • Reliable, detail-oriented, and team-driven

Preferred (Not Required):

  • Aerospace or Medical machining experience
  • Multi-axis turn-mill programming experience
  • Experience mentoring or leading other machinists

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Prosper-Tech because:

  • Clean, organized, professional shop
  • Advanced multi-axis equipment
  • High-precision aerospace & medical work
  • Steady workload and growth
  • Competitive pay and strong benefits
  • Real leadership opportunity in a growing company
  • A culture built on professionalism, trust, and teamwork

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $35 – $45/hr (DOE)
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Overtime: Available as needed

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision (effective Day 1)
  • Life Insurance
  • Aflac supplemental coverage
  • Simple IRA with 3% employer match (after 90 days)
  • Paid Holidays (after 90 days)
  • Paid Vacation (after 90 days)

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