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And receive a $2,000 Sign On Bonus!\nThird Shift - 11pm to 7am Sunday to Thursday\nThe CNC Machinist is responsible for creating prototype machined parts on CNC Milling machines. The role will also create computer programs for the CNC machines using Mastercam and do set up to run multiple parts if needed.\nWhat you will do\nResponsible for setting up CNC milling or CNC lathe machines and run jobs on CNC milling and CNC lathe machines ensuring all parts meet tight manufacturing requirements.\nPrepare CAM files from various sources to include CAD files, prints, and verbal instruction.\nResponsible for quick turnaround of parts and accuracy within established guidelines.\nMaintain organization of jobs and material inventory.\nPerform cleaning and general maintenance on milling or lathe machines and general shop equipment.\nMust have a basic understanding of blueprint reading and geometric tolerances and how they relate to the finished part.\nPerform thorough part inspections and make appropriate decisions relative to part quality requirements.\nEnsure jobs are run in a timely manner to ensure on-time delivery.\nAdhere to all quality and safety standards within the department.\nFollows all processes and procedures during the shift, escalates problem areas to shift team lead/supervisor as appropriate.\nSupport daily production by identifying solutions for chronic issues and problems that cannot be resolved by production associates.\nResponsible for maintaining a neat and organized production area consistent with Protolabs housekeeping standards.\nResponsible for working in a safe manner consistent with Protolabs policies.\nSelf-starter capable of dealing with a variety of tasks in a fast paced, multi-tasking environment.\nResponsible for ensuring completion of operator PMs during shift.\nPerform other related duties as assigned.\nWhat it takes\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent.\nExperience as a CNC Milling or CNC lathe machine operator preferred doing setup and some understanding of programming\nKnowledge of Machining in a prototype manufacturing setting or related experience and education.\nFamiliarity with the tools of the trade; Microsoft Office suite of products, SolidWorks, Mastercam and CAD/CAM.\nStrong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.\nAbility to read blueprints and use measuring instruments such as protractors, calipers, height gauges.\nAbility to interpret and explain written and statistical data.\nStrong attention to detail and communication skills.\nAbility to manage time and prioritize work in an effective manner.\nHighly developed, demonstrated teamwork skills.\nDemonstrates a high degree of confidentiality.\nDemonstrated ability to increase productivity and continuously improve methods, approaches, and departmental contribution while being cost-sensitive.\nCommitment to continuous learning.\nCommitment to customer or employee service. \nWhat is in it for you\nWe offer a competitive salary\nIn addition, we offer amazing benefits including but not limited to:\nHealth Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nHealth Savings Account (including employer contributions)\nDental and Vision\nBasic and Supplemental Life Insurance\nShort-Term and Long-Term Disability\nPaid caregiver leave\nYou will receive 3 weeks of PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours\n401k with company match and immediate vest\nEmployee Stock Purchase Program at a 15% discounted rate\nMatching grants through Protolabs foundation\nAnd More!","description_format":"text","description_chars":3500,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":null,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"high_school","optional":true},"security_clearance":false,"languages":[]},"benefits":["401k plan","Continuous learning","Health insurance","Life insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":["Design & Creative","Web Design","UI/UX Design"],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-09-06T12:18:33Z"}],"liveness":{"score":22,"band":"cold","label":"Long shot","p_open":1,"p_active":0.395,"p_room":0.55,"age_days":34,"expected_fill_days":32,"reasons":["conf:0","stale_co","velocity","win:tail"],"computed_at":"2026-09-25T05:45:01Z"},"pay":{"stated_usd_annual":80000,"is_top_pay":true},"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/protolabs-cnc-machinist-third-shift","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/protolabs-cnc-machinist-third-shift.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-09-26T00:33:58Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","usage":{"tier":"crawler","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":499,"day_limit":5000,"remaining_today":4501,"minute_limit":60,"resets_at":"2026-09-27T00:00:00Z"}}}