CNC Machining

2nd Shift CNC MachinistUnion Position | Beloit, WisconsinFairbanks Morse DefenseOwn the Setup. Hold the Tolerance. Build for the Fleet.Fairbanks Morse Defense is looking for experienced CNC setup machinists who know how to read a print, select tooling, establish offsets, prove out a program, and produce precision parts they're proud to put their name behind.The components you machine will support the engines and propulsion systems powering the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and allied defense fleets around the world.If you enjoy challenging setups, tight tolerances, complex parts, and working with skilled tradespeople in a stable union environment, we want to hear from you.

The Job at a Glance

Starting pay: $35.86-$37.06 per hourShift: Permanent 2nd ShiftHours: 3:00 PM-11:30 PMTraining: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM on 1st ShiftWorkweek: Standard 40-hour weekEnvironment: Union manufacturing facilityLocation: Beloit, WisconsinAdditional pay: 2nd-shift differentialPay may increase after completing approximately 520 hours worked.

Why Machinists Join Fairbanks Morse Defense

Competitive union wages2nd-shift differentialExcellent benefits beginning on Day One401(k) with company matchPaid holidays and vacationTuition reimbursementStable, long-term work supporting national defenseOpportunities to develop your skills and advance your careerVoluntary overtime opportunitiesA team that values precision, craftsmanship, and doing the job right

What You'll DoAs a CNC Machinist, you will set up and operate CNC equipment to manufacture precision components for critical marine engines and defense systems.You will:

Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, machining centers, and other precision equipment.Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, setup sheets, and work instructions.Select and install tooling, cutters, inserts, fixtures, and work holding devices.Establish machine reference points, work offsets, and tool offsets.Perform program prove-outs and first-piece inspections.Machine complex components to precise engineering tolerances.Monitor part quality throughout the production process.Inspect work using micrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.Make machine or offset adjustments to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy.Complete deburring and secondary operations as needed.Operate multiple CNC machines when production requirements call for it.Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues.Safely move materials using cranes, hoists, and other material-handling equipment.Perform routine machine maintenance and maintain a clean, organized work area.Follow all safety procedures, work instructions, and standard operating practices.

Equipment You May Work With

CNC vertical machining centersCNC horizontal machining centersCNC lathesMillsMulti-axis machinesFixtures, chucks, cutters, inserts, and specialized toolingMicrometers, calipers, indicators, gauges, and other precision inspection equipmentCranes, hoists, and material-handling equipment

What We're Looking ForWe're looking for machinists who understand that quality begins with the setup. Successful candidates take pride in solving problems, holding tolerances, and producing reliable parts, not simply keeping a machine running.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or GEDThree to five years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environmentExperience setting up and operating CNC equipmentAbility to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawingsStrong understanding of machining tolerances and quality requirementsProficiency with precision measuring instrumentsStrong troubleshooting and problem-solving skillsAbility to work independently and contribute to a teamCommitment to safe work practices and high-quality craftsmanship

Preferred Qualification

Experience editing or programming CNC equipment at the machine

Physical RequirementsThis position requires the ability to:

Stand or sit for extended periods.Move throughout the manufacturing facility.Handle materials using appropriate lifting devices.Safely operate cranes, hoists, and material-handling equipment.Perform the physical activities required in a machining and manufacturing environment.

Overtime

Overtime opportunities are available.Overtime is generally voluntary rather than mandatory.Occasional Saturday work may be offered.Employees typically sign up for available overtime opportunities.

Security RequirementsBecause this position supports U.S. Government naval defense contracts:

U.S. citizenship is required.Candidates must be able to provide proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a U.S. passport, birth certificate, or naturalization certificate.Employees must be able to work in compliance with requirements governing Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information (NOFORN).

Put Your Machining Skills Behind a Mission That MattersFor more than 150 years, Fairbanks Morse Defense has built and supported the engines, propulsion systems, and technologies that keep America's fleets mission ready.Here, you won't be machining disposable parts or watching the same simple production run all day. You'll help manufacture critical components where precision, reliability, and craftsmanship matter.