CNC Machinist (Mill) 3

About the Role

The purpose of this position is to support the VMC Mill department’s ability to achieve its goals and objectives. This includes the safe and efficient operation of a CNC Mill machine allowing for the achievement of customer expectations for quality and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate VMC Mill machine for the cutting of metallic materials
• Interpret blueprints, sketches/shop drawings, and engineering specifications
• Perform tool changes, offsets, and adjustments to maintain part quality
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other metrology tools
• Maintain tight tolerances and high-quality standards
• Tool life management
• Make minor program edits
• Perform basic de-burr or rework of work in-process
• Make recommendations to optimize and improve assigned processes
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment
• Perform operator maintenance & other duties as assigned
• Perform all work according to Advanced Machining and Tooling safety standards and comply with all Advanced Machining and Tooling policies and procedures

Qualifications

• 3+ years of VMC Mill experience
• Ability to set up and operate Mill machines
• Knowledge and ability to produce 1st article inspection reports
• Ability to hold tight tolerances
• Knowledge of tool wear patterns and tool life management
• Experience with making minor program edits
• Strong knowledge of blueprint reading and the ability to apply GD&T when needed
• Ability to work independently on 2nd shift
• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic
• Experience using G-codes required
• Awareness of general safety and quality systems
• Willingness to assist with a variety of tasks in a manufacturing setting
• Nice to Have: Aerospace experience; experience with aerospace materials (Inconel, titanium, stainless); ability to read, write and interpret written instructions, blueprints, shop drawings and engineering specifications; experience with 3-axis machine set up

Pay

Hourly range: $25 – $40 per hour (depending on experience). 2nd shift employees receive a 10% shift bonus as long as they work on 2nd shift.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 10 days paid vacation annually
• 5 days paid sick leave annually
• 401(k) plan with matching
• 12 paid holidays
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule

2nd shift: 2:15 PM – 10:45 PM PST, 40 hours weekly with potential for optional overtime. Full-time, non-exempt (hourly), in-person in Poway, CA. Reports to Production Manager.

Requirements

This position is subject to ITAR and other U.S. government security regulations. Candidates must be a United States citizen or U.S. permanent resident. A background check, drug test, and reference check are required. Reliable commute or relocation to Poway, CA 92064 is required before starting work.

Why Join Us

AMT is a place full of hardworking people creating things. We are service oriented and work to always take good care of our customers and our people. It’s also a place where people are given opportunities to learn and grow with the support of our highly skilled senior staff.