CNC Lathe Machinist and Programmer

Job overview

CNC Lathe Machinist and Programmer is an onsite role in Kalamazoo, MI; compensation is not specified. HECO repairs and services rotating equipment to help customers restore reliability and performance. The machinist programs and operates CNC lathes and mills, performs manual machining, and restores motor components to specifications. The role owns setup, measurement, inspection, and documentation for one-off repair work, helping return customer equipment to service.

What you'll do

• Write and prove out G-code programs at the Mazak control
• set up and operate CNC lathes and Haas mills
• perform manual lathe and mill work
• restore motor components and machine parts from samples
• inspect using precision measuring instruments
• read blueprints and GD&T
• record measurements and job time
• select tooling and workholding
• troubleshoot machining issues
• maintain equipment and a safe, organized work area.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cnc lathe machinist

kalamazoo mi

heco

g-code programming

mazak lathe

haas mill

manual machining

motor repair

precision measurement

one-off repair work

overtime and weekends as needed

401(k) match

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• short- and long-term disability
• 401(k) with 3% employer match
• paid time off and holidays
• on-the-job training, career development, and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

The posting emphasizes one-off repair work rather than production, with programming performed at the machine and parts often made from damaged samples, sketches, or measurements. Requires 5+ years of machining experience or equivalent and willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.

About the employer

HECO is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance. Sector: 81.