CNC Machinist at Laborup in Tempe, AZ

Overview

We’re hiring CNC Machinists for our high-mix, low-volume aerospace and defense machine shop.

You’ll set up and run precision 3 and 4-axis CNC mills and lathes producing complex components for aerospace and defense customers. This is a clean, air-conditioned facility with modern equipment, challenging work, and the opportunity to continue developing your skills over time—including training on 5-axis machining for machinists who demonstrate strong fundamentals.

If you’re looking for a long-term shop where you’ll work on a wide variety of parts, build your setup skills, and have consistent optional overtime available, we’d like to talk.

Why Join Us

• Modern Equipment: Clean, air-conditioned shop with well-maintained CNC equipment.
• 5-Axis Training: Grow into 5-axis machining as your skills develop.
• Optional Overtime: 10+ hours available weekly without being mandatory.

Compensation

• $30 - $36 / hr (total comp)
• $27 - $32 / hr base
• • shift differential
• After optional overtime, make over $80k / yr

Shift Options

• Weekend Days: Friday - Sunday (3x12s)

Responsibilities

• Machine Setups: Set up CNC mills and lathes independently.
• Machine Operation: Run production while maintaining quality standards.
• Blueprint Reading: Interpret engineering drawings and GD&T requirements.
• Tooling: Select tooling and establish proper offsets.
• Inspection: Verify dimensions using precision measuring equipment.
• Program Adjustments: Make offset and minor program changes when needed.
• Troubleshooting: Resolve machining and dimensional issues during production.
• Documentation: Complete inspection and production documentation accurately.

Required

• 2+ years of CNC machining experience
• Experience setting up CNC machining jobs
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints
• Familiarity with GD&T fundamentals
• Experience using precision measuring tools
• Ability to hold tight machining tolerances

Preferred

• Aerospace machining experience
• Experience with high-mix job shop work
• Experience making program edits
• Strong tooling and workholding knowledge
• Experience troubleshooting machining processes
• G-code and M-code knowledge