At a Glance
Company: Werko Machine Co.
Location: Pennsauken, NJ (On-Site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $25 - $35 per hour (DOE)
Shift: 1st Shift - Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Overtime: As Needed
Experience Level: Senior (5+ years CNC machining experience)
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Why This Role Exists
Werko Machine Company is expanding capacity in our precision machining operations. As workload increases across custom and high-precision manufacturing projects, we are adding a Lead CNC Mill Machinist to support programming, setup, and operator development on the shop floor.
This role plays a critical part in maintaining quality, improving efficiency, and ensuring consistent production standards inside our climate-controlled 18,000 sq. ft. facility in Pennsauken, NJ.
The Work You'll Be Doing
In this role, you will:
- Program, set up, and operate CNC milling machines
- Assist operators with setups, tooling, and process improvements
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and GD&T
- Determine workholding, tooling selection, and machining sequence
- Perform first-article and in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, and precision gauges
- Verify dimensional accuracy and hold tight tolerances
- Troubleshoot machining issues and adjust offsets, feeds, and speeds
- Support production scheduling and maintain workflow consistency
- Maintain high professional standards of communication and shop organization
This is a hands-on leadership position - not just programming from a desk.
Machines, Controls & Software
You'll work with equipment such as:
CNC Milling Equipment:
- FEMCO Horizontal Boring Mill (Full B-Axis Rotary)
- Haas VF-6 with 4th Axis Rotary
- Milltronics VM Series
- Fadal 4020
Controls:
- Haas
- Milltronics
- Fanuc-based systems
CAM Software:
Inspection Tools:
- Calipers
- Micrometers
- Precision gauges
Large horizontal boring mill experience is a plus.
Materials You'll Work With
- Aluminum
- Mild & Alloy Steel
- Stainless Steel
- Custom high-precision materials
What We're Looking For
Required
- 5+ years of CNC machining experience
- Strong CNC mill programming, setup, and operation experience
- Proficiency using CAM software
- Blueprint & GD&T interpretation skills
- Ability to lead by example on the shop floor
- Strong troubleshooting and process improvement ability
- Reliable, organized, and mechanically skilled
Preferred
- Multi-axis CNC machining experience
- Large horizontal boring mill experience
- Experience in high-mix or custom manufacturing environments
- Manual machining knowledge
Why Machinists Like Working Here
Machinists choose Werko Machine Co. because:
- Climate-controlled shop environment
- 75+ years of manufacturing stability
- Modern equipment across milling, turning, and fabrication
- Leadership opportunities for experienced machinists
- Steady 1st shift schedule
- Respect for skilled tradespeople
Pay, Benefits & Schedule
Pay Range: $25 - $35 per hour (DOE)
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Vision plan
- Pension plan / 401(k)
- Life insurance
- 2 weeks PTO + sick leave
- End-of-year bonus
Schedule:
Monday - Friday
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Overtime: As needed based on production demand
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