Cnc Machinist

At a glanceCompany: voestalpine Railway Systems NortrakLocation: Birmingham, ALJob Type: Full TimeExperience: 1+ years operating multi-axis CNC machinesMachines: Multi-axis CNC milling machinesControls: G-code / M-code programmingWhy this job is worth consideringvoestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak has been building special trackwork for North America's railroads for over 160 years, and this Birmingham plant is part of that supply chain. As CNC Machinist, you'd operate and maintain multi-axis CNC milling machines that clean and prepare castings, reporting directly to the Department Supervisor. It's hands-on work with real ownership over program quality — managing CNC programs for recurring parts, running first-article inspections with QA, and helping teammates troubleshoot machine and tooling issues.What you'll be doingOperate and maintain multi-axis CNC milling machinesRead, interpret, and adjust G-code programming to ensure accurate machining;

apply M-code programming when neededMonitor machine operations to confirm correct tooling, cutters, and speedsManage CNC programs for recurring parts and issue them ahead of production needsHelp teammates with CNC program questions, machine operation, and tooling issuesTrack hand tools, carbide inserts, and other small tooling — stock, usage, and orderingWork with QA and production teams to complete first-article runs within toleranceHelp with machinery maintenance, installation, and setupSuggest ways to improve efficiency and reduce costs through better tooling and methodsMachines, controls and softwareMulti-axis CNC milling machinesG-code programming — reading, modifying, and troubleshootingM-code programming (an asset, not required)What we're looking forRequiredCollege degree in manufacturing technology or programming preferred, or equivalent CNC programming experience in a heavy manufacturing environmentProven experience operating multi-axis CNC machinesStrong understanding of G-code programming, with the ability to read, modify, and troubleshoot codeAbility to read and interpret technical drawings and blueprintsProficient with precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers)Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and qualityGood problem-solving skills and mechanical aptitudePreferredFamiliarity with M-code programmingPay, benefits and schedulePay wasn't published for this role. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life and disability insurance, paid holidays and vacation, a retirement plan with matching contributions, tuition assistance, and an employee wellness and recognition program.About voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak and applyvoestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is North America's largest designer and manufacturer of special trackwork — rails, turnouts, fastening systems, signaling, and monitoring solutions — and part of voestalpine AG, one of Europe's largest steel producers with more than 50,000 employees worldwide. Nortrak operates across Canada, the U.S., and Mexico.Apply directly through voestalpine's own application system using the link on this posting.