CNC Machinist

Description

About the Position

The CNC Machinist is a core production role. You'll set up and run 2-axis and 3-axis CNC turning machines, hold tight tolerances, and own quality at the source. This isn't a button-pushing job, it requires a machinist who reads prints, makes confident setup decisions, and takes pride in every part that comes off the machine.

Responsibilities

• Operate 2-axis and 3-axis CNC turning machines for daily production runs
• Read and interpret technical blueprints and GD&T callouts
• Inspect finished parts using calipers, micrometers, and other precision measuring tools
• Perform first article and in-process inspections; identify and correct defects or out-of-tolerance conditions
• De-burr and finish parts to meet quality standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Communicate proactively with production, quality, and engineering on setup status and quality concerns

Who You Are

• A machinist who takes ownership: you don't wait to be told when something is off
• Detail-oriented and consistent; you hold your own work to a high standard
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, precision environment where tolerances matter
• Reliable and punctual; you show up on time, ready to work, and you stay productive throughout your shift
• You keep moving forward; when one job is done, you're already setting up the next
• A clear communicator who works well across a shop floor team

What You Bring

• 3-5+ years of hands-on CNC lathe operation
• Proficiency with 3-axis CNC turning machines
• Skilled use of precision measuring tools, calipers, micrometers, bore gauges
• Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints and engineering drawings
• Working knowledge of surface footage, feed rates, and feeds/speeds calculations
• Experience with Haas CNC machinery (preferred)
• Familiarity with AS9100 and ISO 9001 quality standards and first article / in-process inspection processes (preferred)
• CNC milling experience (a plus)

What Success Looks Like

• Parts consistently meet print requirements on the first inspection
• You identify quality issues before they move downstream
• You're a reliable, communicative presence on the production floor

About Helix Linear

Helix Linear Technologies designs and manufactures high-precision motion control systems for medical device, advanced industrial automation, aerospace & defense industries — where performance and reliability down to ±0.0001 inches make all the difference.

We design, machine, grind, and assemble critical motion components in-house, including precision ball screws and linear systems, in a clean, climate-controlled facility equipped with Citizen Swiss lathes, multi-axis CNC mills, precision grinders, and specialized assembly and test systems.

Helix is a growing company. We are investing in new equipment, advanced processes, the people and systems required to scale with discipline. 

You'll work alongside machinists, engineers, operators, and commercial team members who take pride in their craft and hold themselves to high standards. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, retirement plans, PTO and major holidays, and consistent hours and overtime eligibility.

If precision, accountability, and doing the job right matter to you, your work will matter here.