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Precision Machinist jobs are open across aerospace, defense, medical device manufacturing, and automotive, from entry-level operators to senior CNC machinists and manufacturing engineers, with specializations in CNC programming, tool and die work, and quality inspection. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Requisition Number: 79555
The company built on breakthroughs.
Join us.
Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.
At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.
Come break through with us.
Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:
- Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
- Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
- Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
- Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
- Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
- Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions
Shift: 1st Shift – Monday – Friday
Purpose of Position:
Produce high-precision optical components using diamond turning and fly-cutting processes, and verify them to specification using optical and conventional metrology.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Set up and operate diamond turning machining centers and fly cutters.- Operate optical test equipment, including interferometers, surface profilometers, computer-generated holograms (CGH), and LUPHO Scan systems.
- Develop and document process parameters.
- Inspect parts using toolmaker's microscopes, micrometers, height gages, and Vernier calipers.
- Read, analyze, and interpret complex drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Troubleshoot production issues using analytical problem-solving.
- Communicate clearly with team members and management.
- Train and mentor less experienced team members.
Requirements
Solve routine production problems independently, and recognize when to ask for help.- Stay organized and adapt to changing work demands.
- Maintain strong attention to detail, with quality as the top priority.
- Meet production deadlines.
Education/Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.- Two-year technical degree preferred.
Working Conditions / Physical Demands
Lift up to 30 lbs [occasionally/frequently].- Stand approximately 50% of the shift.
- Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, and safety shoes.
- Work with chemicals, including acetone, alcohol, and odorless mineral spirits (OMS).
- Handle materials including aluminum, nickel, zinc sulfide, zinc selenide, germanium, indium arsenide, and [silicone] polymers. Training and controls are provided.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $29.00 hourly rate - $33.75 hourly rate. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
A job that shapes a life.
Corning offers you the total package.
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
- Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
Requisition Number: 79555
The company built on breakthroughs.
Join us.
Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.
How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward.
At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.
Come break through with us.
Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with:
- Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
- Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
- Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
- Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences
- Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation
- Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions
Shift: 1st Shift – Monday – Friday
Purpose of Position:
Produce high-precision optical components using diamond turning and fly-cutting processes, and verify them to specification using optical and conventional metrology.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Set up and operate diamond turning machining centers and fly cutters.- Operate optical test equipment, including interferometers, surface profilometers, computer-generated holograms (CGH), and LUPHO Scan systems.
- Develop and document process parameters.
- Inspect parts using toolmaker's microscopes, micrometers, height gages, and Vernier calipers.
- Read, analyze, and interpret complex drawings, specifications, and work instructions.
- Troubleshoot production issues using analytical problem-solving.
- Communicate clearly with team members and management.
- Train and mentor less experienced team members.
Requirements
Solve routine production problems independently, and recognize when to ask for help.- Stay organized and adapt to changing work demands.
- Maintain strong attention to detail, with quality as the top priority.
- Meet production deadlines.
Education/Experience
High school diploma or equivalent required.- Two-year technical degree preferred.
Working Conditions / Physical Demands
Lift up to 30 lbs [occasionally/frequently].- Stand approximately 50% of the shift.
- Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, and safety shoes.
- Work with chemicals, including acetone, alcohol, and odorless mineral spirits (OMS).
- Handle materials including aluminum, nickel, zinc sulfide, zinc selenide, germanium, indium arsenide, and [silicone] polymers. Training and controls are provided.
This position does not support immigration sponsorship.
The range for this position is $29.00 hourly rate - $33.75 hourly rate. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education.
A job that shapes a life.
Corning offers you the total package.
Your well-being is our priority. Our compensation and benefits package supports your health and wellness, financial aspirations, and career from day one.
- Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentives align with key business results and ensure you are rewarded when the company performs well. When Corning wins, we all win.
- As part of our commitment to your financial well-being, we provide a 100% company-paid pension benefit with fixed contributions that grow throughout your career. Combined with matching contributions to your 401(k) savings plan, Corning’s total contributions to your retirement accounts can reach between 7% and 12% of your pay, depending on your age and years of service.
- Our health and well-being benefits include medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, family building support, fitness, company-paid life insurance, disability, disease management programs, paid time off, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family.
- Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling appreciated and recognized for those contributions motivates us much more. That’s why Corning offers a recognition program to celebrate successes and reward colleagues who make exceptional contributions.
We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in precision machinist jobs.
- CNC machine operation and programming experience on multi-axis equipment
- Ability to read and interpret engineering blueprints and GD&T drawings
- Proficiency with precision measuring instruments including micrometers and calipers
- High school diploma or equivalent, often with a vocational or apprenticeship credential
- Experience holding tight tolerances, typically within thousandths of an inch
- Familiarity with CAM software such as Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar programs
Tips for Your Precision Machinist Job Search
List every machine and software you know
Employers filter resumes by specific equipment, so name every CNC platform, CAM software, and manual machine you've run. If you've worked on Haas, Mazak, or Fanuc controls, say so explicitly rather than writing 'CNC experience.'
Quantify your tolerance and inspection history
Hiring managers want to see how tight you've held tolerances. Include the tightest tolerance you've consistently held and the inspection tools you used, such as micrometers, CMMs, or optical comparators, directly on your resume.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists precision machinist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by material and industry
Shops hiring for titanium or Inconel work in aerospace rarely want a candidate whose background is only aluminum automotive parts. Tailor your application to highlight the materials you've machined that are most relevant to that specific industry.
Prepare for a hands-on skills test
Many precision machinist interviews include a live machine assessment or a blueprint reading exercise at the shop floor. Review GD&T callouts, practice interpreting multi-view drawings, and be ready to walk through your setup process out loud.
Negotiate shift differential and overtime early
Machine shops often run second and third shifts with pay premiums attached. Ask about shift structure and overtime expectations before accepting an offer, and factor the differential into your comparison when evaluating total compensation.
Precision Machinist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most precision machinists?
The companies hiring the most precision machinists right now include Maverick Tech, Electron Energy, and Observable Space, with the largest share of openings in California, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Aerospace and defense contractors tend to drive the highest sustained demand for precision machinist roles.
How many precision machinist jobs are remote?
About 19% of precision machinist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, since most roles require hands-on machine operation at a physical facility. The sub-areas most likely to allow partial remote work are CNC programming, CAM design, and quality documentation roles where machine time is not required every day.
How do you become a precision machinist?
Most precision machinists start through a vocational program, community college machining certificate, or a formal apprenticeship that combines classroom instruction with supervised shop time. From there, you build proficiency on manual machines before advancing to CNC equipment. Earning credentials like the National Institute for Metalworking Skills certification signals verified competency to employers and accelerates advancement into more complex work.
Can you get hired as a precision machinist with little or no experience?
Yes, entry-level machinist operator roles and apprenticeship positions are specifically designed for candidates with limited hands-on time. Employers hiring at this level look for mechanical aptitude, comfort with measurement tools, and basic blueprint reading ability. Completing a short vocational certificate or even a community college machining course before applying gives you a concrete credential that separates you from applicants with no formal training at all.
What does the precision machinist interview process look like?
Precision machinist interviews typically begin with a phone or in-person screen focused on your machine background, the materials you've worked with, and the tightest tolerances you've held. A shop floor tour and a hands-on skills assessment or blueprint reading exercise are common next steps. Final rounds often involve meeting a lead machinist or production supervisor who evaluates your setup approach and quality mindset before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to precision machinist jobs?
You can find and apply to precision machinist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your machine background, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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