CNC Machinist: Mill Operators

Company

Thaler Machine Company, LLC dba Thaler Defense Sys
216 Thalequah Trail
SPRINGBORO, OH 45066
www.ThalerDefense.com
(937) 550-2400
Full Time

Description

Position Summary:
The CNC Machinist at Thaler Defense Systems is a technical role responsible for the precision machining of high-performance aerospace and defense components. Working under the guidance of the Production Supervisor, this individual ensures that mission-critical parts meet exact tolerances and strict quality standards. This role is essential to maintaining production schedules, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment, and contributing to the continuous improvement of manufacturing processes within a high-performing team.

Essential Job Duties:
Machine Setup & Operation: Set up, adjust, and operate CNC equipment (including horizontal/vertical mills and horizontal lathes) to perform difficult machining operations on diverse parts and dimensions.
Technical Preparation: Select, align, and secure all necessary holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, and materials.
Process Optimization: Monitor and refine machining processes; adjust offsets, speeds, and feeds to resolve issues and ensure optimum performance.
Quality Control: Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance parts; inspect cutting tools for sharpness and usability to ensure finish specifications are met.
Maintenance: Perform routine cleaning and basic upkeep of machines and tooling to support daily production readiness.
Continuous Improvement: Recommend specific measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and overall product quality.
Material Handling: Safely operate overhead cranes and use precision measuring instruments; lift and carry up to 50 lbs. independently (utilizing team lifts or devices for heavier loads).
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent required; completion of a vocational training course is preferred.
Proven ability to set up and operate various types of CNC machine tools for progressive machining.
Strong ability to read blueprints/plans, paired with excellent mechanical aptitude and mathematical problem-solving skills.
Superior organizational and time management skills with a sharp focus on precision and accuracy.
A self-starter who demonstrates personal accountability, discipline, and a proactive approach to daily tasks.
Also required is the ability to operate overhead crane, read measuring instruments, and maintain machinery and equipment in the machining trade.
Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR.


Skills

Able to read blueprints, pretty good with math, can use measuring devices (micrometers, calipers).
Able to stand, reach, lift from ground, bending, stopping, kneeling, write legibly and speak clearly.
Prior experience is preferred in machining, enrolled in 2nd year of machining program or trade/tech school.
Willingness to learn and expand knowledge in the field of manufacturing, for a meaningful and rewarding career!


Days / Hours

Monday - Friday (overtime offered):
1st shift: 7am - 3:30pm
2nd shift: 3pm - 11:30pm
3rd shift: 11pm - 7:30am (Sunday night - Thursday morning)


Pay Range & Benefits

Benefit package: medical, dental, vision, life insurance company paid ($50k) for employee, additional life insurance available as well as long-term disability and accidental insurance. Employees eligible for company bonus program, company offered company match 401k up to 4%, our facility is climate controlled and overtime is offered. Night shift differential offered for 2nd and 3rd shift employees. We pay weekly. Benefit eligibility is the first of the month, following your hire date and we pay 11-paid company holidays. We have an employee referral bonus program established, open vending food-market on-site, with much more offered.


How to Apply

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Urgency of Position

Conducting interviews now! We are adding onto our facility by 33,000 sq. ft to an already 100,000 sq. ft facility! Our building is expanding and we are growing into the future for years to come.


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