CNC Milling Technician, Multi-Axis VMC

Job overview

The CNC Milling Technician role is onsite in Cedar Rapids, IA, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pay ranges from $28.94 to $30.88 per hour, with stated increases at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months. Novolex describes a climate-controlled shop and supports employee development and community initiatives. The technician sets up and operates CNC mills to produce precision parts that meet specifications. By monitoring machine performance and part quality, measuring components, and troubleshooting issues, the role supports reliable production and quality standards.

What you'll do

• Set up and operate CNC mills for milling and drilling per work instructions
• assemble cutting tools, secure workpieces, and align them to specifications
• input machine directions or load programs
• monitor machine behavior and part quality
• verify parts with precision gauges and hand metrology tools
• troubleshoot and adjust equipment to maintain production and quality standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cnc milling technician

multi-axis vmc

cedar rapids ia 52401

novolex

cnc milling

machine setup

cnc tooling

precision measurement

hand metrology

climate-controlled shop

monday–friday

7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

$28.94–$30.88/hour

medical, dental, and vision coverage

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• programs supporting mental, physical, and financial health
• MyLearning courses
• tuition reimbursement for non-union employees
• learning management system.

Why this role

Climate-controlled shop. Pay progression listed as $28.94 starting, $29.35 at 3 months, $29.87 at 6 months, $30.36 at 9 months, and $30.88 at 12 months. Requires a high school diploma or GED and either a two-year A.A.S. in CNC Machining Technology or 3–5 years of CNC machining experience.

About the employer

Novolex Corporate is hiring for this role. Industry: Machine Tool Manufacturing. Sector: 33.