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CNC Manufacturing Machinist -- G/M Code & Setup Specialist

Express Employment Professionals - Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge, LA 70802 • $20.00 to $35.00 / hr • 11/7/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Are you the machinist who turns models into flawless parts?

If you love translating 3D models into efficient code and rock-solid set-ups, we want to meet you. Express Employment Professionals is seeking a CNC pro for a local East Baton Rouge client through an evaluation-to-hire opportunity.

Your mission

Own the process from print to part:

  • Interpret drawings and 3D models
  • Program, set up, and operate CNC mills with confidence
  • Apply strong G and M code knowledge to keep quality high and cycles tight
  • Validate programs and set-ups to maintain consistency across the run
  • Operate to high quality standards and document all inspections
  • Showcase proper workholding and best-practice set-ups
What it takes to excel
  • Comfort working all shifts, plus overtime and weekends when needed
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs
  • Proven CNC milling experience and sharp attention to detail
Skills that set you apart
  • Equipment troubleshooting and general troubleshooting skills
  • Deep knowledge of CNC tooling
  • CNC programming with G-code and M-code
  • Efficient machine set-ups for production runs
Tools of the trade
  • CNC mill (3–4 axis VMC)
  • CNC lathe (2–4 axis)
  • CAM software
Pay, shifts, and what happens next
  • Pay: 20–35 per hour
  • Shift rotation: 2 weeks days (Mon–Fri, 7am–4pm), then 2 weeks nights (Mon–Thu, 3pm–1am, 10-hour shifts)
  • Evaluation-to-hire with a strong path to full-time
Benefits once you are hired by the company
  • Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule up to 25 per hour based on experience
  • Health insurance and life insurance
  • Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
  • 1 week time off after 1 year
  • 1 hour lunch
Apply in the way that works for you
  • Online: www.expresspros.com/Dtbatonrougela be sure to submit to the Downtown Baton Rouge office
  • Mobile: #ExpressJobs
  • Phone:
About Express and where we place

Express Employment Professionals is a full-service staffing agency supporting light industrial, skilled trades, office services, and professional positions across East Baton Rouge Parish, West Baton Rouge Parish, and Livingston Parish. Call to see how we can help with your next step.

See all current opportunities: www.expresspros.com/Dtbatonrougela

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