Job Description

Overview

Glover Precision, Inc. is a distinguished woman-owned and AS9100 certified leader in precision manufacturing, specializing in complex components for the Aerospace, Defense, and Medical industries. We are seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to operate our 3-5 axis CNC Mill equipment and uphold our legacy of quality and precision.

Responsibilities

  • Set up, program, and operate CNC and Wire EDM machines to fabricate complex, tight-tolerance parts from various metals.
  • Interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and specifications to determine machining requirements.
  • Perform in-process and first-article inspections using precision measuring instruments to ensure parts meet all quality standards.
  • Conduct routine machine maintenance to ensure optimal machine performance.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve machining issues, making necessary adjustments to programs and machine settings.
  • Maintain meticulous records of production, inspection data, and machine logs in compliance with AS9100 documentation requirements.
  • Collaborate with the engineering and quality teams to optimize processes and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Ensure a clean, organized, and safe work environment at all times.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience setting up and operating Wire EDM machines.
  • Proven ability to read and interpret complex blueprints and technical drawings with an understanding of GD&T.
  • Experience working in a precision manufacturing environment, accustomed to tight tolerances.
  • Proficient with precision measuring and inspection tools.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen or be able to comply with ITAR requirements.

Benefits

  • Competitive Salary
  • Health Insurance
  • 401k
  • PTO

Benefits

Competitive Salary
Health Insurance
401k
PTO

How this job compares in Mesa, AZ

Pay in context

At roughly $29/hr, this posting lands within a few percent of the $29/hr median for welding jobs in Mesa, AZ, whose middle half runs $24–$33/hr across 22 postings with published pay. Put another way, it pays more than about 50% of the comparable postings we have wage data for. In other words it is a market-rate offer, so benefits, overtime, and shift schedule are where the real difference between this and the next posting on the list shows up.

The local market in Mesa, AZ

We're tracking 56 other active welding openings in Mesa, AZ right now, from 39 different employers. 33 of them were added in the last week. Across Arizona as a whole we're tracking 488 other active welding openings from 276 employers. A metro this active generally means you have real leverage — employers here are competing for the same welders. Browse every welding job in Mesa, or widen the search to Arizona.

The most active employers in Arizona at the moment, by number of open welding reqs, are Sundt Construction (14), Welding Shop in Phoenix, AZ (14), and GTI Fabrication (11). Volume like that usually means either a genuine expansion or a staffing agency working several client sites — worth knowing which before you apply.

Within Arizona, the best-paying metros we track by median hourly rate are El Mirage at $38/hr, Waddell at $34/hr, and Phoenix at $32/hr. If you can relocate or commute, that spread is worth factoring in.

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