Lead Machinist - Swing Shift

Lead Machinist – Swing Shift

15865 Se 114

Th Ave. Clackamas, OR 97015 US

Industry: Skilled Trades/Light Industrial | Job Number: 84594 | Posting:  | Expiry:

OPTI STAFFING IS HIRING!

Position:
CNC Lead Machinist – Swing Shift

Location:

Clackamas, OR

Pay: $35+/hour + swing shift differential (DOE)

Schedule:

Swing Shift – 10-hour shifts, Approx. 2:30 PM – 12:30 AM / 1:00 AM

What You’ll Do:

• Lead and oversee swing shift machining operations with minimal supervision.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot CNC Milling, CNC Turning, 3-, 4-, and 5-axis vertical milling, and Mill/Turn machines.
• Work with manual mills and lathes as needed.
• Build and utilize jigs and fixtures.
• Support prototyping and short‑run production.
• Modify existing CNC programs to meet machining requirements.
• Maintain productivity, quality, and workflow during swing shift.
• Act as the on‑site decision‑maker when management is not present.

What’s In It for You:

• $35+/hr + shift differential.
• Leadership autonomy on swing shift.
• Stable, growing job shop environment.
• Opportunity to step into a key role as production ramps up.
• Long‑term potential with a company investing in growth.

What You Need to Have:

• 2–3+ years of CNC machining experience (more welcome).
• Strong knowledge of milling, turning, and multi‑axis machining.
• Ability to lead a team and run the shop independently during swing shift.
• High level of motivation, accountability, and drive.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced job shop environment.

The Musts:

• Proven reliability and strong work ethic.
• Leadership mindset with the ability to keep production moving.
• Comfortable making decisions without direct supervision.
• Ability to read prints and maintain tight tolerances.

Preferred:

• Experience in job shop or high‑mix/low‑volume environments.
• Familiarity with Mastercam and/or Chemworks (Programming not required, but ability to modify programs is expected).
• Experience mentoring or leading machinists.

Timing: Hiring anticipated February–March
, but strong candidates will be considered sooner.

Next Steps: Please respond with an updated resume.

To schedule an interview:

• Call Kristian at 360‑553‑7223

• Call Grant at 360‑553‑7222

Or stop by for a walk‑in interview:

• 703 Broadway St, Suite 690
Vancouver, WA 98660

Grant Filbert

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