CNC Mill Operator
Company: Laborup
Role summary
CNC Mill Operator is a full-time role at Laborup in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-06. Salary: USD 18–25 per hour. Experience level: 0-2. No degree required.
- Job title
- CNC Mill Operator
- Company
- Laborup
- Location
- Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Software Engineering
- Salary
- USD 18–25 per hour
- Experience level
- 0-2
- Degree required
- No
- Date posted
- 2026-10-06
This is a fantastic full-time opportunity for a dependable CNC Mill Operator looking for steady work in the Tuscaloosa area. You'll get to operate and own your machine, inspect your own parts, and continue to grow your skills in an established machining team, with no degree required and a solid hourly wage.
Job description
We are looking for dependable CNC Mill Operators to join an established machining team in the greater Tuscaloosa area. Openings are available on both first and second shift.
This is a great opportunity for someone with CNC machining experience who wants steady, full-time work and the opportunity to continue building their skills. You'll operate CNC milling equipment, inspect your own parts, and take ownership of your machine and production throughout the shift.
The shop has an experienced machining team and a strong track record of developing people internally. Operators who demonstrate reliability, mechanical ability, and a willingness to learn can gain exposure to machine setup, tooling, troubleshooting, offsets, and CNC programming as they progress.
Pay: $18–$25/hour, based on CNC experience and ability
Available Shifts:
1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:30 PM–12:00 AM
Responsibilities:
Operate CNC mills and vertical machining centers
Load parts and keep machines running safely and efficiently
Inspect parts using calipers and other measuring equipment
Complete first-piece and in-process quality checks
Read and follow basic blueprints, work instructions, and production documentation
Monitor machine performance and part quality
Make basic offsets, tooling changes, or adjustments within your experience level
Maintain production expectations and keep your work area organized
Stay productive during machine cycles and downtime
Work with experienced machinists to develop additional setup, troubleshooting, and programming skills
Previous CNC mill or machining-center experience preferred
Ability to operate independently once a job is set up
FANUC control experience is a plus
Experience with SMART Machine Tool, Hyundai WIA, Mazak, Haas, Doosan/DN, Okuma, or similar CNC equipment is transferable
Comfortable using calipers; micrometer experience is a plus
Basic blueprint-reading ability preferred
Mechanically inclined with good troubleshooting instincts
Strong attendance and reliability
Comfortable taking ownership of your machine and the quality of your parts
Direct hire
Health, Dental, and Vision Employee Benefits
PTO
401k