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 experienc

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