Junior Machinist / CNC Operator (HAAS Lathe)

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Job Title: Junior Machinist / CNC Operator (HAAS Lathe)
Location: Parlin, NJ

Type: Contract-to-Hire
Compensation: $22 - $30 per hour
Contractor Work Model: 100% onsite work is required
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Start Your Career in CNC Machining & Manufacturing
Are you a recent high school graduate, trade school student, or early-career machinist looking to grow your hands-on manufacturing skills? We are hiring a motivated Junior Machinist / CNC Operator to join our growing industrial manufacturing team in Parlin, NJ.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1–2 years of CNC, shop, vocational, or mechanical experience who wants real-world training, stable hours, and long-term career growth in machining and manufacturing.
We manufacture and distribute custom industrial conveyor belts, rollers, shafts, bearings, motors, and mechanical replacement components for customers across North America.

No advanced programming experience required — we’re looking for someone eager to learn, dependable, and mechanically inclined.

What You’ll Learn & Do:

CNC Machining & Shop Work

Set up and operate a HAAS CNC Lathe (basic Y-axis work)
Machine custom 1-inch roller shafts to customer specifications
Read blueprints, diagrams, and measurements
Perform basic machine maintenance and preventative maintenance checks
Assist with prototype and custom part production
Maintain accurate inventory and update computerized systems

Manufacturing & Production

Help manufacture custom conveyor belts and industrial components
Measure, cut, trim, and assemble rubber materials and mechanical parts
Use hand tools and power tools including drills, tape measures, screwdrivers, and saws
Verify measurements and ensure quality standards are met

Warehouse & Shipping

Prepare and package customer orders for shipment
Use shipping software such as FedEx Ship Manager and UPS systems
Load and unload trucks using pallet jacks and forklifts
RF scan products and update inventory systems
Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused workspace
Forklift training is provided.

What We’re Looking For
Ideal for:

Recent high school graduates
Vocational/technical school graduates
Trade school students
Entry-level machinists
Candidates with 1–2 years of shop, CNC, warehouse, or mechanical experience

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid New Jersey driver’s license
At least 1 year of CNC, machining, shop class, or related mechanical experience
Basic understanding of measurements and blueprints
Willingness to learn and work both in the machine shop and warehouse
Reliable, motivated, and team-oriented attitude

Why Join Us?

Stable full-time weekday schedule
Hands-on CNC and manufacturing experience
Opportunity to grow into a long-term machinist career
Small team environment with direct mentorship
Training provided on forklifts and additional equipment
Variety in daily work — machining, production, and shipping experience
For immediate consideration, call or text Chad during business hours:
732-228-8980

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Ref: #563-Joule Staffing - Toms River

Type: Contract

Experience: 0

Category: Warehouse & Distribution

Contractor Work Model: Onsite

Brand: System One

Shift: On-Site

Compensation Range: 22.00 - 30.00 Per Hour

Job ID: 350969

Date Posted: 05/18/2026

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