CNC Machinist

Job Summary
The CNC Machinist is responsible for setup, operation, and basic programming adjustments on CNC milling and/or turning centers to produce precision components to print specifications. This role requires attention to detail, comfort working in a high-mix/low-volume environment, and the ability to maintain tight tolerances on critical features.

Duties

• Set up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes including vertical, horizontal, and multi-axis machines.
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions to determine machining requirements.
• Verify dimensions using micrometers, calipers, height gages, bore gages, and other precision instruments.
• Maintain tight tolerances (often within ±0.0001″ depending on component).
• Make tooling, offsets, and program adjustments using G and M codes as required.
• Run existing CNC programs with the ability to make minor edits for efficiency or dimensional accuracy.
• Machine a variety of metals (tool steels, stainless steels, aluminum, etc.) and non-metal materials as required.
• Work within a job-shop scheduling environment: high mix, low volume, short runs.
• Inspect parts during and after machining to ensure quality standards and print compliance.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Collaborate with engineering, tooling, and grinding departments as needed.

Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Journeyman, trade school, or formal apprenticeship a plus but not required.

Experience

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience
• Vertical and/or horizontal machining experience (4th and 5th axis a plus).
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software (e.g., MasterCAM, SolidWorks, Fusion 360) is a plus.
• Experience machining tight-tolerance components for high-precision assemblies.
• Grinding experience (surface, OD/ID, or jig) is preferred.
• Ability to interpret and modify G and M code.
• Comfortable running programs written by others.

LAKO is a leading manufacturer of the highest quality seal jaws, knives, rotary seal modules, and ultrasonic sealing component integration. LAKO has been serving the flexible packaging industry since 1981 with innovative sealing, cutting, and punching innovative solutions on vertical baggers, flow wrappers, pouch sealing, and filling equipment.

Pay: $ $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person