Experienced CNC Machinist, 4-day week, First Shift

We're Hiring: CNC Machinist in Location: Columbia, SC | Schedule: 4-day week | First Shift

Do you take pride in precision, craftsmanship, and being part of a dependable team?

AMBAC International is hiring a CNC Machinist to help us build world-class power and engine systems for defense, heavy-duty, and industrial markets. This isn’t just another job-it’s an opportunity to contribute to a well-supported team in a stable company that values safety, process, and collaboration.

Why Join AMBAC?

• Employee-owned, and Open Book Managed

• Multi-year winner of Best Places to Work in South Carolina

• 4-day workweek (Fridays off!)

• People-first, team-focused culture

• Made in the USA, since 1910

What You’ll Do

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes

• Use CAM software to follow established programming methods

• Inspect parts using micrometers, comparators, and other standard tools

• Work within a defined production system with direction from supervisors

• Follow clear instructions and specifications to ensure accuracy and quality

• Support Lean initiatives and ISO quality standards

• Contribute to a clean, safe, and well-organized work environment

What You Bring

• 5+ years CNC programming experience (vertical/horizontal mills or ID/OD grinding)

• 5+ years lathe experience

• Familiarity with CAM programming

• Experience working in team-based production environments

• Strong shop math and metric reading skills

• Ability to follow established procedures and quality standards with consistency and care

• Familiarity with Lean and ISO practices

• Dependable, consistent approach to assigned tasks

What We Offer

• Paid time off

• 401(k) with match

• Health, vision, and dental insurance

• Life, short- and long-term disability insurance

• Occasional overtime

• Opportunities for growth through cross-training, skill development, and team-based advancement

• A supportive, process-oriented environment where you’ll be part of a coordinated team

About AMBAC We’ve been building fuel and power systems since 1910. Today, we serve the world’s most demanding industries—from agriculture to aviation to defense. As a legacy-rich, employee-owned manufacturer, we’re committed to precision, pride in craft, and shared success.

Ready to Apply? If you’re a detail-driven machinist who values teamwork, structure, and high-quality standards—we’d love to talk.

AMBAC International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.