CNC Machinist - CNC Mill Setup / Operator - Aerospace (Fanuc / Haas / Okuma) - Day / Swing / Week...

Job DescriptionAt a Glance\n\nCompany: MetalTech, Inc.\nLocation: Auburn, Washington 98002 (On-site)\nJob Type: Full-Time\nPay Range: $30 – $40 per hour (DOE)\nShift:\n\nDay Shift: Mon–Thu 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM (OT Fridays as needed)\nSwing Shift: Mon–Thu 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM (OT Fridays as needed)\nWeekend Shift: Fri–Sun 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM (paid 40 hours)\n\n\nOvertime: Available / As needed\nExperience Level: Mid–Senior (3–5+ years CNC machining/setup experience)\nWork Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. (aerospace environment)\nPublished: April 10, 2026\nApply Link: Quick Apply (MetalTech Careers)\n\nWhy This Role Exists\nMetalTech is expanding its aerospace and precision manufacturing capacity to support growing demand in aerospace, defense, and commercial space programs.\nThis 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.\nThe Work You'll Be Doing\nIn this role, you will:\n\nSet up and operate 3, 4, and 5-axis CNC vertical and horizontal mills\nWork from complex aerospace prints and technical drawings\nWrite, edit, and run G-code and M-code programs\nSet tool offsets, select tooling, and establish workholding setups\nPerform in-process inspection using precision measurement tools\nRead and apply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)\nTroubleshoot machining issues and improve setups for efficiency and quality\nCollaborate with machinists, programmers, and quality inspectors\nSupport continuous improvement in machining processes\n\nMachines, Controls & Software\nYou'll work with equipment such as:\n\nMachines:\n\n3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC vertical mills\nHorizontal machining centers\n\n\nControls:\n\nFanuc\nHaas\nOkuma\n\n\nProgramming & Editing:\n\nG-code / M-code editing at machine level\n\n\nInspection Tools:\n\nCalipers, micrometers, bore gauges, indicators\nPrecision inspection equipment (in-process verification)\n\n\n\nMaterials You'll Work With\n\nAluminum alloys\nStainless steel\nTitanium\nAerospace-grade engineered metals\n\nWhat We're Looking ForRequired:\n\n3+ years CNC milling setup experience (aerospace preferred)\n5+ years CNC machining/operator experience preferred\nStrong blueprint reading and GD&T understanding\nHands-on experience with CNC setups, tooling, and offsets\nExperience with 3/4/5-axis CNC milling\nAbility to inspect parts and maintain quality standards\nStrong ownership mindset and accountability\n\nPreferred:\n\nAerospace machining experience\nFanuc, Haas, or Okuma control experience\nG-code programming and editing experience\nMulti-axis machining exposure (4/5-axis)\nLeadership or mentoring mindset\n\nWhy Machinists Like Working Here\nMachinists choose MetalTech because:\n\nAerospace-grade, high-precision machining environment\nClean, organized, and well-equipped machine shop\nModern CNC equipment and tooling systems\nStable full-time work with consistent demand\nOpportunity to work on complex, meaningful aerospace components\nGrowth opportunities into senior setup, programming, or leadership roles\nRespect for skilled machinists and craftsmanship\n\nPay, Benefits & Schedule\nPay Range: $30 – $40/hour (DOE)\nBenefits:\n\n401(k) with company match (3% + additional matching options)\nMedical, dental, vision insurance\nLife insurance\nPaid time off (PTO)\nOvertime availability\nStructured full-time employment (40–50 hrs/week)\n\nSchedule:\n\nDay Shift: Mon–Thu 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM\nSwing Shift: Mon–Thu 3:00 PM – 1:30 AM\nWeekend Shift: Fri–Sun 5:00 AM – 5:00 PM (paid 40 hours)\nOvertime: Fridays as needed\n\nApply\nInterested CNC machinists can apply directly:\nQuick Apply at MetalTech, Inc.