Precision CNC Turning Machinist

Job Description

Job DescriptionBuild mission-critical parts that matter

At The Entwistle Company, you’ll turn raw stock into precision components that support U.S. and allied defense programs across air, land, sea, and space. Your craftsmanship directly contributes to national and global security. We foster talent, celebrate innovation, and invest in your growth—all within a collaborative shop culture grounded in Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Commitment.

A day in the life

You arrive to a clean, organized cell, review a traveler for a large turning job, and plan your setup. You mount workholding, pick tooling, write or edit code at the control, and take that first careful cut. Using micrometers, calipers, and dial indicators, you verify dimensions and refine offsets—chasing tight tolerances on castings, forgings, plates, and bars. As the part finishes, you check critical features, document results, and move seamlessly to the next build, knowing the components you made will be used in defense systems worldwide.

What you’ll tackle

• Run engine and large lathes to machine diverse, complex parts from castings, forgings, plates, bars, and custom workpieces.
• Execute precision turning on large components to exact dimensions and tight tolerances.
• Program and edit at the CNC control to drive accuracy and throughput.
• Inspect parts with precision tools (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators) to ensure quality standards are met.

What you’ll bring

• 3–5 years of hands-on machining experience or equivalent technical training.
• 3–5 years setting up both CNC and manual lathes.
• Programming experience preferred.
• Consistent, high-quality output in a fast-paced, production-focused environment.
• Strong problem-solving ability and a collaborative, team-first mindset.

Tools of the trade

• Equipment Troubleshooting
• CNC Tooling
• Troubleshooting Skills
• CNC Programming
• CNC Machine Repair
• CNC Machine Installation
• G-Code
• M-Code
• CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Manual Machining Skills

Equipment you’ll operate

• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis) — Mazak, Okuma, Doosan, Hyundai‑Wia

Our mission in action

1. Be the trusted source for mission-critical defense components & systems—across air, land, sea, and space—recognized for specialized capabilities, quality, and reliability.
2. Design, manufacture, and build-to-print products that are innovative and cost-effective.
3. Enable DoD, Prime, and Foreign Military customers—and the U.S. warfighter—to achieve mission success.

Rewards & benefits

• 401(k): 4% match on 5% deferrals
• PTO: up to 5 weeks
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Employer-paid short-term coverage
• Employer-provided paid family/medical leave
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Dental and vision insurance
• Safety shoe & safety glasses reimbursements
• Employee appreciation events

Competitive pay based on experience.

Military experience welcome

We value transferable skills from military service. Relevant codes may include:

• Army MOS: 91E – Allied Trades Specialist
• Navy NEC: MM – Machinist’s Mate
• Air Force AFSC: 2A7X1 – Aircraft Metals Technology
• Marine Corps MOS: 1316 – Metal Worker
• Coast Guard Rating: MK – Machinery Technician

Ready to make a real difference? Join us.