CNC Machinist
Job Description
Location: Winston Salem, NC
- Perform machining operations using standard work documents, blueprints, safe job procedures, and visual aids within Takt time. This will require extensive problem-solving skills to properly assess and compensate for variations due to incoming part quality, process variations, process changes, engineering changes and part shortages
- Operate and troubleshoot machine cell automation
- Performs quality inspections, charts and monitors quality data
- Assist production supervisor in scheduling manufacturing cells
- Review machine analytics and conduct RCCA to improve machine in-cycle time
- Update team metrics and production goals
- Determine work cell priorities
- Participate in and lead continuous improvement initiatives and provide feedback in areas of quality, safety, velocity, and cost
- Maintain and conduct preventive maintenance on machines checking air pressures, oil levels, and perform minimal maintenance to correct issues
- Drive 5S adherence and complete 5S audits
- Lead and participate in 5packs for safety investigations
- Conduct Standard Work audits
- Drive adherence to start-of-shift checklists
- Cross train and ensure that operator training is conducted in a timely fashion
- Requires HS Diploma or GED
- 2-5 years of experience and/or Technical Certifications
- PC literate, blueprint reading, Geometry and/or trigonometry experience required
- Possess high level of machining aptitude
- Extensive problem-solving skills required
- Must be a self-starter and possess the ability to demonstrate strong initiative. Capable of interpreting technical instructions, dealing with large degrees of variation with part and process consistency while delivering the highest levels of quality components
Meet Your Recruiter
National Account Manager
Amy is a National Account Manager at Sterling Engineering with 13 years of recruiting experience, specializing in manufacturing, engineering, and skilled trades recruitment. She has spent 10 years with Sterling, supporting clients across a variety of industrial and technical environments.
Amy focuses on recruiting for manufacturing operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, supply chain, and leadership-level positions. Her experience allows her to understand the needs of both candidates and hiring teams, helping create strong matches that align with technical requirements, career goals, and culture fit.
Amy is passionate about building long-term relationships with candidates and clients. She enjoys working in fast-paced recruiting environments where communication, problem-solving, and a clear understanding of operational needs are critical to making successful placements.
Known for her straightforward, responsive, and relationship-driven approach, Amy supports a smooth hiring process from start to finish while helping people and organizations move forward with confidence.