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CNC Lathe & Mill Operator -- Precision Machining

Express Employment Professionals - Springfield, MO

Springfield, MO 65804 • $16.00 / hr • 11/7/2026

Job Description

Job Description
Shape metal. Sharpen skills. Build a career.

Picture your day: you clock in at 8:00 am, review a blueprint, choose the right tools, set up a CNC lathe, and dial in measurements with a caliper before the first chip flies. You switch to a CNC mill after lunch, verify tolerances, and leave at 5:00 pm knowing each part met spec. If that rhythm sounds right, this full-time, evaluation-to-hire role in Springfield is for you.

What you'll do
  • Operate CNC lathes and mills to produce precision components
  • Read and interpret blueprints and job travelers
  • Use calipers confidently to verify dimensions and tolerances
  • Apply machinist know-how to troubleshoot and improve setups
Schedule & pay
  • Status: Full Time Evaluation Hire Position (temp-to-hire)
  • Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Starting pay: $16.00 per hour (higher consideration with machinist experience)
What you bring
  • Hands-on experience with CNC machines (lathes and mills)
  • Ability to read calipers accurately
  • Blueprint reading skills (preferred)
  • Previous machinist background a strong plus
Apply today
  • Call: to schedule an interview
  • Email your resume:
  • Online application: www.expresspros.com/SpringfieldMO
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Visit us EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS
3050 S. National Ste. 200
Springfield, MO 65804 You should be proficient in
  • Blueprint Reading
  • CNC Machines
  • Lathes and Mills
  • Caliper Reading