Swing Shift CNC Lead
About the Role
OPTI Staffing is partnering with a precision manufacturing company that specializes in prototype machining for high-tolerance components, including work in firearms and specialty equipment industries. This is a great opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist who is comfortable working independently and keeping production running smoothly on the swing shift.
Job Summary
This role will focus on maintaining continuous production during the swing shift, monitoring CNC machines, making adjustments as needed, and ensuring quality standards are met on stainless steel and titanium parts. The ideal candidate is self-sufficient, detail-oriented, and confident running jobs without direct supervision.
Responsibilities
- Keep CNC production running throughout the swing shift
- Monitor machine performance and make offsets / adjustments as needed
- Run and oversee Swiss lathes, CNC lathes, and CNC mills
- Work with stainless steel and titanium materials regularly
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and machining specs
- Perform basic setups, tool changes, and troubleshooting
- Inspect finished parts to ensure tight tolerances are met
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Communicate production issues to leadership
Qualifications
- 3-5+ years of CNC machining experience required
- Experience working with Swiss lathes, CNC lathes, and mills required
- Experience machining stainless steel, titanium, or other hard metals
- Ability to work independently on the swing shift
- Strong understanding of tolerances and precision machining
- Comfortable working in a prototype / short-run environment
- Setup experience preferred, but not required
- Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
Benefits
- Small, stable company with specialized, high-precision work
- Opportunity to work with advanced materials and prototype parts
- Competitive pay depending on experience
Next Steps: Call Ricky at 971.246.8432 or Kacie at 971.246.8429 to set up an interview!