CNC Setup Machinist — Day or Night Shift

Job overview

The CNC Setup Machinist role is onsite in Plymouth, MI, with compensation of $25–$40 per hour based on experience. The position supports a growing precision manufacturing operation in a high-production environment. The machinist sets up CNC mills and lathes, verifies production readiness, and troubleshoots machining issues to maintain throughput and quality. The role works with engineering and production teams to ensure parts meet specifications and production standards.

What you'll do

• Set up CNC mills and lathes
• conduct machine prove-outs and make program edits
• interpret blueprints, GD&T, and work instructions
• adjust tooling and offsets
• complete multiple setups
• troubleshoot machining issues
• verify first-piece quality
• coordinate with engineering and production
• maintain safe, organized work areas.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cnc setup machinist

cnc mills

cnc lathes

production machining

gd&t

blueprint reading

plymouth mi

k2 ascend

day shift 6:30 am–5:30 pm

night shift 5:30 pm–4:30 am

$25–$40/hour

overtime opportunities

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• company-paid life insurance
• employee assistance and wellness programs.

Why this role

Day shift is 6:30 AM–5:30 PM or night shift is 5:30 PM–4:30 AM, Monday–Friday, with frequent overtime opportunities. Weekend hours may be needed.

About the employer

K2 Ascend is hiring for this role. Industry: Machine Shops. Sector: 33.