2nd Shift VMC Mill Machinist – Precision Tolerances

Tribus Aerospace Corporation; Poway (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Vision Coverage

10 days paid vacation

5 days paid sick leave

401K Plan with matching

12 Paid Holidays

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Tribus Aerospace Corporation in Poway, CA is seeking an experienced VMC Mill Operator on 2nd shift to support the Machining department in producing high-precision aerospace components. You will set up and run VMC Mill machines, interpret blueprints and GD&T specs, and ensure tight tolerances and quality.

The role requires 3+ years of VMC Mill experience, ability to edit programs, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of VMC Mill experience.
• Ability to set up and operate Mill machines.
• Knowledge 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 applying GD&T.
• Ability to work independently on 2nd shift.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic.
• Experience using G-codes.
• Awareness of general safety, and quality systems.
• Willingness to assist with varied tasks in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate VMC Mill machine for cutting metallic materials.
• Interpret blueprints, sketches and engineering specifications.
• Perform tool changes, offsets, and adjustments to maintain part quality.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, height gauges and other metrology tools.
• Maintain tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
• Manage tool life and wear patterns.
• Make minor program edits.
• Perform deburr or rework on in-process parts.
• Suggest improvements to processes.
• Maintain clean and safe work environment.
• Perform operator maintenance and other duties as assigned.

Skills

VMC Mill experience

Set up & operate Mill machines

1st article inspection reports

Hold tight tolerances

G-codes

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Independent on 2nd shift

Basic shop arithmetic

Tool wear & life management

Program edits

Safety & quality awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

G-codes

Job description

Tribus Aerospace Corporation in Poway, CA is seeking an experienced VMC Mill Operator on 2nd shift to support the Machining department in producing high-precision aerospace components. You will set up and run VMC Mill machines, interpret blueprints and GD&T specs, and ensure tight tolerances and quality.

The role requires 3+ years of VMC Mill experience, ability to edit programs, and strong attention to detail.