Machinist to set up, program and run their DMG MORI NLX2500/700 CNC lathe, with some machining centre work as needed. This is production work, not just one-off custom jobs. If you only want custom work, this isn’t the role for you.

What you’ll be doing
Setting up, programming and operating the CNC lathe to engineering drawings and specs
Selecting cutting tools, speeds and feeds to keep jobs running efficiently
Doing first-off and in-process inspections to tolerance with micrometers, verniers and gauges
Troubleshooting and fixing problems during machining runs
Carrying out routine machine maintenance
Working with the production team to schedule and prioritise jobs

What you’ll need
2+ years setting up, programming and operating CNC Machines
CNC Lathe machine operating experience
Ability to write and edit G-code and M-code at the machine
Knowledge of tooling, speeds and feeds, and experience reading drawings and holding tight tolerances
Experience machining stainless, mild steel, aluminium and plastics
Comfortable with production runs as well as one-off jobs




Full working rights in Australia
Reliable transport or train access to Minto for a day shift start
Steel caps and full PPE

Highly regarded
Cert III in Engineering (Machining) or fitter and machinist trade
DMG MORI / Mori Seiki experience, especially the Celos control and multi-axis turning
Fanuc control experience on machining centres
Rail, mining, medical or oil and gas precision work

What’s on offer
$35.00 to $45.00 per hour plus 12% super, based on your skills and experience
Casual, full time, day shift, Monday to Friday
Paid weekly
Contemporary DMG MORI equipment and a mix of engaging precision work
Easy commute: 2 minutes from Minto station, with onsite parking
A single point of contact at Forgepoint from your first call through to your start

Additional information
$35.00 to $45.00 per hour plus 12% super, depending on skill
Full time, day shift, Monday to Friday
Immediate start for the right person
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📌 Cnc Machinist Sydney (Australia)
🏢 Forgepoint Recruitment
📍 Australia