At Whip Mix, innovation isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are. For over a century, we’ve been a trusted partner to dental professionals worldwide. From designing and manufacturing cutting-edge digital solutions to tried-and-true lab essentials, we bring craftsmanship, technology, and customer care together in one place.
We’re proud to be a family-owned, Louisville-based company with a global reach, serving dental labs, universities, and clinicians across more than 80 countries. Our mission? To combine quality and creativity with a service-first mindset that makes a real difference in people’s lives. If you’re looking to join a team where tradition meets innovation, and where every day brings new opportunities to grow, Whip Mix is the place for you.
Day Shift | Monday-Friday | 8AM - 4:30 PM
Tired of nights, weekends, swing shifts, and endless overtime?
If you've spent years in machining and are ready for a better work-life balance without sacrificing challenging and technical work, let's talk!
Why choose us?
- Day shift - Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30 PM
- Consistent 40-hour work week
- No third shift, swing shift, or rotating schedules
- Work with a variety of machining technologies
- Smaller shop so an opportunity to share your knowledge and mentor others
- Competitive pay, benefits, paid time off, and 401k with a company contribution
What you'll be doing:
- Program, set up, and operate 3-axis and 5-axis (3+2) CNC machining centers, CNC lathes, Swiss lathes, and abrasive waterjet equipment
- Create, modify, and optimize machining programs using G-code, conversational programming, CAD/CAM, Siemens, Heidenhain, and OMAX
- Perform first-article runs, verify dimensions, and adjust programs as needed
- Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, GD&T, and CAD models to develop machining strategies
- Select tooling, fixtures, and cutting parameters for efficient, repeatable production
- Simulate programs to verify accuracy and prevent collisions
- Troubleshoot machining issues including tool wear, machine alarms, and dimensional concerns
- Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, and vision systems
- Maintain production records and complete required quality documentation
- Train operators on safe and proper machining procedures
- Recommend process improvements to reduce cycle times and improve quality
- Support root cause analysis and corrective actions when issues occur
What you'll bring to the table:
- High school diploma or GED
- 7+ years of machine shop experience
- Certified CNC programming training and/or equivalent hands-on experience
- 3+ years programming and machining on 3-axis and 5-axis (3+2) machining centers
- Experience with CNC lathes, Swiss lathes, and high-pressure abrasive waterjet machines
- Strong understanding of G-code, conversational programming, and CAD/CAM software
- Ability to read blueprints and apply GD&T
- Experience with precision measuring equipment
- Strong troubleshooting and process improvement skills