CNC Machinist, 1st Shift Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Type: Full Time
Shift: 6:30am – 3:00pm, Monday - Friday __________ About Us At Carr Lane Manufacturing, we’re proud to be a global leader in tooling components and industrial parts. With over 70 years of innovation, we’ve built a legacy of quality, dependability, and customer focus. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri we offer a collaborative and inclusive work environment that fosters growth, creativity, and teamwork. As a family-owned business, we prioritize our employees’ well-being, offering robust benefits, professional development opportunities, and a culture where every voice matters. Join us and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional products and services to customers worldwide. __________ Position Overview As a CNC Machinist at CLM, you’ll set up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes to produce high-quality tooling components and industrial parts to exact specifications. Daily responsibilities include machine setup, tooling selection and adjustments, minor programming modifications when needed, in-process quality inspections, troubleshooting, and routine machine maintenance. At CLM, you’ll work with a variety of components and machining requirements, giving you the opportunity to apply your technical skills, solve problems, and continually develop your machining expertise. You’ll work as part of a team to meet production goals while maintaining CLM’s standards for quality, safety, and precision. __________ Key Responsibilities - Set up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes to produce parts according to engineering drawings, specifications, and production requirements.
- Select, install, and adjust appropriate cutting tools, work-holding devices, and other tooling based on job requirements.
- Read and interpret production drawings to determine dimensions, tolerances, and machining requirements.
- Make minor CNC program, tooling, offset, and machine adjustments as needed to maintain part quality and production requirements.
- Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, small hole gages, and other inspection tools.
- Monitor machine operation and part quality, making adjustments as necessary to maintain consistent production and dimensional accuracy.
- Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and equipment issues and communicate problems or concerns to the appropriate team members.
- Maintain required production schedules while balancing productivity with quality and accuracy.
- Perform routine and preventative machine maintenance, including cleaning, lubrication, coolant checks, and general machine care.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and properly care for tools, equipment, and materials.
- Complete required production, inspection, and other documentation accurately.
- Work collaboratively with the CNC Supervisor, Production, Quality, Engineering, and other team members to resolve issues and improve processes.
- Follow all safety procedures, company policies, and established work instructions.
- Perform other duties as assigned
__________ Qualifications Required: - High school diploma or equivalent.
- 2+ years of experience operating CNC equipment in a production manufacturing environment, or equivalent combination of technical education and machining experience.
- Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathes.
- Ability to read and interpret production drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, and other specifications.
- Working knowledge of basic mathematics, including decimals, fractions, and measurements.
- Knowledge of cutting tools such as drills, end mills, inserts, taps, and related tooling.
- Proficiency using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, small hole gages, and other inspection tools.
- Ability to troubleshoot machining and tooling issues and make appropriate adjustments to maintain quality and productivity.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team-oriented manufacturing environment.
- Must be capable of reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
Preferred: - Technical certificate, degree, apprenticeship, or other formal training in machining or a related field.
- Ability to read, interpret, and make minor modifications to CNC programs.
- Experience working with tight tolerances and precision-machined components.
- Familiarity with CNC offsets, tooling adjustments, and machine setup.
- Experience with in-process inspection and quality documentation.
- Good time management and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.
__________ Physical Requirements - Ability to stand and walk throughout the manufacturing area for extended periods of time.
- Ability to frequently use hands and fingers for operating machinery, handling tools and materials, and using precision measuring equipment.
- Ability to regularly reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, push, pull, grasp, and perform repetitive motions as required by the job.
- Ability to visually inspect parts for quality and accurately read measurements, gauges, production drawings, and machine displays.
- Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment with exposure to machine noise, metal chips, cutting fluids, oils, and other manufacturing hazards.
- Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and other PPE as required.
- Ability to lift and carry materials, tooling, and finished components weighing up to 35 pounds. Mechanical assistance or team lifting may be used for heavier items.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
__________ Why Work at Carr Lane Manufacturing? When you join Carr Lane, you're not just taking a job—you’re building a career with a company that values: - Legacy & Leadership: Decades of experience, with a reputation for industry leadership
- People-First Culture: A supportive team environment where every employee matters
- Continuous Growth: Training, development, and promotion from within
- Work That Matters: Your contributions directly impact customers and operations globally
__________ Benefits & Perks At Carr Lane Manufacturing, we care about our team members and invest in their well-being. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes: - Annual Bonus Opportunity
- Comprehensive Benefits Offering: Competitive Medical Plans including HRA, with FSA option; Dental and Vision plans; Paid Time Off available Month 1; Eligibility for Parental Time; 401(k) Match with 100% vesting after 5 years; Profit Sharing after 1 Year of Employment; Company Paid Short-Term Disability; Optional Long-Term Disability; Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness Plans; Company Paid Life Insurance and Additional Options Available; Pet Insurance
- Training and Development Opportunities for All Employees
- Educational Reimbursement: General and specialized technical degrees
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Paid Holidays: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and a Floating Holiday
And so much more! __________ Reports To: CNC Supervisor
Pre-employment drug testing is required for employment. Carr Lane is an Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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