Job Description

CNC Milling Operator
Location: Fletcher, NC
Reports To: Manufacturing Manager
Shifts Available:

• Weekday Shift: Tuesday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM
• Weekend Shift: Saturday – Monday, 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM (Paid as a full 40-hour work week)

Would you love to join a team where hard work is appreciated and rewarded?

At Microtech Knives, we are dedicated to crafting the world’s finest cutting tools. With industry-leading standards and world-renowned craftsmanship, we believe our team members are just as exceptional as the tools we create. We are currently seeking a CNC Milling Operator to join our growing team across multiple shifts. If you're ready to work with the best of the best, consider building your career with Microtech Knives.

Who We Are

For over 30 years, Microtech Knives has established a long-standing tradition of excellence, innovation, and quality in the knife industry. As a proud American manufacturer, we combine the latest advancements in knife-making with an uncompromising dedication to craftsmanship. Our team shares the same passion and work ethic that Microtech was founded on — rooted in American grit, precision, and pride.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a CNC Milling Operator, you will support the production team by operating CNC mills to ensure the consistent manufacture of precision components:

• Set up, load, operate, and unload CNC machines
• Change tooling, calibrate tools, and call up programs
• Interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
• Perform dimensional and visual inspections of machined parts
• Conduct quality checks on sample lots to ensure parts meet specifications
• Troubleshoot and correct machine malfunctions as needed
• Maintain high-quality standards through continuous improvement efforts
• Support team members by sharing machining techniques and collaborating on production tasks
• Monitor machine operations and adjust for speed, feed, and material characteristics

What You’ll Need to Win

• 3+ years of CNC milling experience preferred
• Ability to operate mills in a high-output production environment
• Strong knowledge of raw materials, machine speeds, and feeds
• Experience working with close tolerances and high-quality standards
• Ability to read and interpret technical blueprints
• Strong observational skills—attentive to changes in machine sound or product quality
• Comfortable running multiple machines and adjusting to frequent changeovers
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Problem-solving, adaptable, and quality-focused mindset

What’s In It for You

• A strong, dynamic, and passionate team
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Excellent opportunities for growth and advancement
• Top-tier benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
• A culture of innovation, loyalty, and precision craftsmanship

Let’s Talk

Microtech Knives, Inc.
 15 National Ave
 Fletcher, NC 28732
 Phone: (828) 684-4355
Website: www.microtechknives.com

Microtech Knives, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.