1st Shift Mill Machinist

1st Shift Cnc Mill Machinist (Machinist Ii – Aerospace)

This role is a hands-on Cnc Mill Machinist position in an aerospace manufacturing environment, focused on setting up and operating advanced multi-axis Cnc equipment to produce precision components from a wide range of exotic materials. You will hold extremely tight tolerances, perform detailed in-process inspections, and ensure all work meets engineering drawings, specifications, and stringent aerospace quality standards, including As9100 and Itar requirements.

This is a full-time, first-shift opportunity, Monday through Friday from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with regular overtime of up to two hours per day.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate advanced Cnc equipment, including dual pallet 4-axis machining centers and multi-tasking turning centers (e.g., Mazak, Okuma, and similar platforms).
• Machine aerospace components from aluminum alloys, copper alloys (including Beryllium Copper), stainless steels, high heat-treat materials, titanium, lightweight composites, phenolics, plastics, and high-temperature alloys such as 300M.
• Work to extremely tight tolerances, including tolerances as tight as ±0.0001" on various turning and milling applications.
• Use dial indicators and other precision tools to perform machine setup and on-machine inspection of forgings and finished parts.
• Optimize Cnc programs to improve efficiency, repeatability, and accuracy while maintaining part quality and adherence to specifications.
• Document tooling and machine setup following first article (Fa) approval to ensure consistent repeatability on subsequent runs.
• Complete required inspection reports and maintain accurate, up-to-date records in accordance with As9100 and internal procedures.
• Identify, report, and document defects or quality concerns, and escalate issues to supervision or quality engineering as appropriate.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on Cnc machines to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
• Act as a subject matter expert in Cnc machining and assist in training and mentoring co-workers as assigned.
• Interpret and work from blueprints, engineering drawings, Gd&t, and military/aerospace specifications to produce conforming parts.
• Perform thorough in-process and final inspections using precision measurement tools and gauges to verify dimensions and tolerances.
• Follow As9100 Quality Management System requirements, shop practices, and traveler instructions; sign off job travelers upon completion of full batches.
• Ensure full traceability of parts, including serial number identification, documentation, and recordkeeping.
• Handle aerospace components carefully to avoid damage and maintain clean, organized, and Fod-free inspection and work areas.
• Maintain accurate physical and electronic documentation for all machining and inspection activities in compliance with quality standards.
• Inspect your own work continuously to confirm parts meet all quality, dimensional, and tolerance requirements.
• Support production schedules and on-time delivery by maintaining a high level of efficiency and flexibility in assigned tasks.
• Participate in cross-functional tasks and support other departments or operations as needed to maintain production flow.
• Promote and maintain a safe work environment by following all safety procedures and using required personal protective equipment (Ppe).
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, engineering, quality, and peers to resolve technical issues and improve processes.
• Advise supervision of equipment performance concerns and maintenance needs to prevent unplanned downtime.
• Contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented environment while also working independently with minimal supervision when required.

Essential Skills

• Ideal minimum of 10+ years of experience operating and setting up Mill/Turn machines (such as Integrex, Wfl) and multi-axis Cnc mills (5–7 axis).
• Strong proficiency in Cnc machining, including turning, multi-axis milling, and multitasking machining centers.
• Proven ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, Gd&t, and military/aerospace specifications.
• Demonstrated skill using precision inspection equipment, including dial indicators, micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, and similar tools.
• Solid understanding and hands-on experience machining to tight tolerances, including ±0.0001".
• Familiarity with As9100 Quality Management System requirements and aerospace machining shop practices.
• Experience working with exotic aerospace materials such as titanium, 300m, stainless steels, and high-temperature alloys.
• Ability to document machining processes, maintain part and serial number traceability, and comply with all quality system documentation requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities in a Cnc machining environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset focused on quality, efficiency, and process reliability.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Hands-on experience machining aluminum alloys, copper alloys (including Beryllium…