Senior CNC Machinist (Haas / Multi-Material)
Role overview
About Us Gramian Consultancy is a boutique consultancy specializing in IT professional services and engineering talent solutions. With a strong background in software engineering and leadership, we help companies build high-performing teams by matching them with professionals who truly fit their needs.
Role Overview Our client is supporting the development of advanced AI systems by incorporating expert knowledge from real-world manufacturing and CNC machining workflows. We are looking for experienced CNC Machinists with strong hands-on expertise in Haas controls, machine setup, GD&T, precision inspection, and machining troubleshooting . The work focuses on evaluating and documenting practical production workflows across both industrial and desktop CNC environments. No previous AI experience is required ; strong practical machining expertise is what matters.
CONTRACT: Short-term contractor assignment, paid per approved task COMMITMENT: Flexible, subject to minimum weekly task submissions LOCATIONS: Remote, GLOBAL PROCESS: 30-minute AI interview → Hiring Manager review HOURLY RATE: $25 - $50/h NOTE: Hands-on experience with Haas CNC controls is required. Experience with desktop CNC platforms such as Makera Carvera is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities • Set up and operate CNC machines across industrial and desktop platforms. • Load and verify CNC programs, tooling, workholding, and work offsets. • Run first-piece cycles and adjust setups to achieve dimensional accuracy. • Inspect machined parts against engineering drawings and specifications. • Diagnose issues including tool wear, chatter, dimensional drift, and setup errors . • Use calipers, micrometers, indicators, CMMs, and other precision measurement equipment. • Interpret engineering drawings, manufacturing documentation, and GD&T callouts . • Evaluate machining approaches across metals and engineering plastics. • Provide practical feedback to CAM programmers on setup, manufacturability, and process optimization. • Document machining decisions, troubleshooting steps, and production best practices.
Requirements • At least 5 years of hands-on CNC machining experience , including machine setup and production. • Strong professional experience with Haas CNC controls , ideally VF-series machines or comparable platforms. • Proven ability to independently configure tooling, workholding, work offsets, and machine setups. • Strong proficiency in blueprint reading and GD&T interpretation . • Hands-on experience with precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and indicators. • Experience machining a range of metals and plastics . • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot machining problems and optimize production setups. • Excellent written and spoken English for technical documentation and feedback.
