CNC Machinist – CNC Mill Setup​/Operator – Aerospace; Fanuc​/Haas​/Okuma​/Swing​/Weekend

Position: CNC Machinist – CNC Mill Setup / Operator – Aerospace (Fanuc / Haas / Okuma) – Day / Swing / Weekend
At a Glance

Company:  Metal Tech, Inc.

Location:

Auburn, Washington 98002 (On-site)

Job Type:  Full-Time

Pay Range:  $30 – $40 per hour (DOE)

Shift:

Day

Shift: Mon–Thu 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM (OT Fridays as needed)

Swing

Shift: Mon–Thu 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM (OT Fridays as needed)

Weekend

Shift: Fri–Sun 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM (paid 40 hours)

Overtime:  Available / As needed

Experience Level:  Mid–Senior (3–5+ years CNC machining/setup experience)

Work Authorization:  Must be eligible to work in the U.S. (aerospace environment)

Published:  April 10, 2026

Apply Link:  Quick Apply (Metal Tech Careers)

Why This Role Exists

Metal Tech is expanding its aerospace and precision manufacturing capacity to support growing demand in aerospace, defense, and commercial space programs.

This CNC Mill Set-Up Machinist role is critical to producing high-precision, flight-critical components that require tight tolerances, repeatable setups, and strong machining expertise.

The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

Set up and operate  3, 4, and 5-axis CNC vertical and horizontal mills

Work from complex aerospace prints and technical drawings

Write, edit, and run  G-code and M-code programs

Set tool offsets, select tooling, and establish work holding setups

Perform  in-process inspection using precision measurement tools

Read and apply  GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)

Troubleshoot machining issues and improve setups for efficiency and quality

Collaborate with machinists, programmers, and quality inspectors

Support continuous improvement in machining processes

Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC vertical mills

Horizontal machining centers

Controls:

Fanuc

Haas

Okuma

Programming & Editing:

G-code / M-code editing at machine level

Inspection Tools:

Calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, indicators

Precision inspection equipment (in-process verification)

Materials You’ll Work With

Aluminum alloys

Stainless steel

Titanium

Aerospace-grade engineered metals

What We’re Looking For

Required:

3+ years CNC milling setup experience (aerospace preferred)

5+ years CNC machining/operator experience preferred

Strong blueprint reading and GD&T understanding

Hands-on experience with CNC setups, tooling, and offsets

Experience with 3/4/5-axis CNC milling

Ability to inspect parts and maintain quality standards

Strong ownership mindset and accountability

Preferred:

Aerospace machining experience

Fanuc, Haas, or Okuma control experience

G-code programming and editing experience

Multi-axis machining exposure (4/5-axis)

Leadership or mentoring mindset

Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Metal Tech because:

Aerospace-grade, high-precision machining environment

Clean, organized, and well-equipped machine shop

Modern CNC equipment and tooling systems

Stable full-time work with consistent demand

Opportunity to work on complex, meaningful aerospace components

Growth opportunities into senior setup, programming, or leadership roles

Respect for skilled machinists and craftsmanship

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range:  $30 – $40/hour (DOE)

Benefits:

401(k) with company match (3% + additional matching options)

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Overtime availability

Structured full-time employment (40–50 hrs/week)

Schedule:

Day

Shift: Mon–Thu 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Swing

Shift: Mon–Thu 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM

Weekend

Shift: Fri–Sun 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM (paid 40 hours)

Overtime:
Fridays as needed

Apply

Interested CNC machinists can apply directly:

Quick Apply at Metal Tech, Inc.