CNC Machinist A

  • STIHL
  • Virginia Beach, Virginia
  • Full Time
About Us As a family-owned company, it's the people who continue to make STIHL a successful, world-class brand. Since revolutionizing the forestry industry in Germany with the first electric chainsaw in 1926, the STIHL name has remained synonymous with outstanding innovations, high-quality products and comprehensive service.

We are seeking a CNC Machinist to join the team. With competitive compensation, excellent benefits and exciting growth potential, it is a great time to join the STIHL team!

Why You'll Love Working at STIHL:

Competitive paywith multiple bonus opportunities and potential for annual merit increases

Excellent health benefitsincluding Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Onsite Health & Wellness Centerfor employees and eligible family members

Company-paid Life InsuranceandShort & Long-Term Disability

Robust retirement offeringsincluding:

A fully vestedPension Planafter 5 years

A401(k)with generous employer match

Paid time offincluding 11 Paid Holidays

A strong culture ofstability, community, and innovation

About You You set up and operate computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment, including cells and clusters. You ensure accurate machine and cell setup through the use of computer programs and proper tool placement. You consistently process workpieces to specification in a production environment while maintaining quality and efficiency standards.Job Duties & Responsibilities

Selects and loads the appropriate program for the work piece being machined. Must read and interpret blueprints or related technical data to determine control settings, machining methods and sequences.

Selects, installs, and adjusts the proper tooling and attachments for the program and cycle being run. Inspects the machine and tools for conformance to run specifications and worn or broken parts. Replaces same as required.

Loads automatic feeding device; may place and secure work piece manually, depending on the equipment.

Begins operations by starting program and machine; monitors screen and machine operations to detect malfunctions.

Inspects and measures machined work pieces to verify conformance to close tolerance specifications. Uses various mechanical, hand held and electronic measuring devices and coordinate measuring machines.

Presets machine tools using automatic preset tool.

Corrects malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions by entering commands or changing specifications in the control. These specifications may include changes to guides, feeds, tool, or other performance factors of the machine. Notifies appropriate personnel to document changes made.

Replaces worn or broken machine accessories such as cutting tools or abrasives.

Changes certain program parameters. Notifies Manufacturing Engineering and other appropriate personnel of changes.

Changes programs for tool wear, and audits programs for changes based on change in machining requirements.

Maintains machine through cleaning and minor repairs and adjustments such as oiling, adding coolant, etc.

Assists or trains other department operators as required.

Follows all defined safety procedures and uses judgement to ensure safe work methods

All other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Specifications

High School diploma or equivalent. 10+ years of CNC experience or 5 years CNC experience and graduation from certified apprenticeship program preferred.

10+ years of machining experience preferred. Basic verbal and written communication skills.

Basic computer & Microsoft Software knowledge, including Word, Excel & PowerPoint.

CNC software performance and modification knowledge Completion of pre-requisite training (see departmental training plan) prior to or within 6 months or hire.
Job ID: 520991510
Originally Posted on: 5/13/2026

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