We are looking for an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist to set up and operate CNC turning equipment in an AS9100 aerospace manufacturing environment at our Sumner, WA location.

This is a hands-on machining position for someone who can independently set up jobs, run production, inspect parts, make offsets, troubleshoot issues, and keep multiple machines productive throughout the shift.

First Shift

M-F 7:00 am to 3:30 pm (ability to start earlier)

Responsibilities

- Set up and operate CNC lathes
- Run multiple machines simultaneously
- Perform complete machine setups (highly desired), including tooling, workholding, tool touch-offs, work offsets, and first-piece prove-out
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T;
- Make tool, wear, and geometry offsets as needed
- Inspect parts throughout production using precision measuring equipment
- Maintain tight tolerances and surface-finish requirements
- Troubleshoot tooling, dimensional, finish, and machining problems
- Monitor tool life and replace or adjust tooling before quality is affected
- Follow routers, setup sheets, work instructions, and inspection requirements
- Maintain accurate production and inspection records
- Work closely with programming, quality, and manufacturing personnel
- Keep machines running efficiently and minimize unnecessary downtime
- Maintain a clean and organized work area

Materials Experience machining difficult materials is strongly preferred, including Inconel, titanium, stainless steel, nickel-based alloys, hardened steels, and other aerospace-grade and hard metals. Candidates should understand how tooling, speeds, feeds, coolant, workholding, and tool wear change when machining difficult materials. Controls & Equipment





Experience with one or more of the following CNC controls is preferred: Haas, Fanuc, Siemens.

Experience with multi-axis turning centers, live tooling, sub-spindles, or mill-turn equipment is a plus.

Qualifications

- 3+ years of CNC lathe machining experience preferred
- Strong CNC setup experience
- Ability to independently set up and operate CNC lathes
- Ability to run multiple machines effectively
- Strong understanding of cutting tools, speeds, feeds, inserts, and workholding
- Ability to read complex blueprints
- Working knowledge of GD&T;
- Ability to use micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, thread gauges, and other precision inspection equipment
- Experience holding tight aerospace tolerances
- Strong troubleshooting and mechanical skills
- Dependable and able to work with limited supervision
- Aerospace or AS9100 manufacturing experience preferred

Programming experience is a plus but is not required. The primary expectation is the ability to set up, operate, adjust, inspect, troubleshoot, and keep production moving. Adecuado Candidate The ideal machinist takes ownership of the entire machining process. You should be comfortable setting up a job, proving it out, inspecting your own parts, making adjustments, monitoring tooling, and running multiple machines without needing constant supervision. We are looking for someone who understands that successful production machining requires both quality and throughput.

Job Type: Full-time

Wages: $27-36 per hour

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Prescription drug insurance

Profit sharing

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Work Location: In person, Sumner, WA

Come join the team today! Hiring ASAP.

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