Aerospace CNC Machinist (3-Axis) – Day Shift

sonaca; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision, life, and ADI

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee assistance plan

Wellness program

Tuition assistance and training

Growth opportunities into setup, PGM,/

Leadership roles

Job summary

Sonaca North America is seeking a CNC Machinist on the Day Shift to operate CNC and conventional machines to fabricate parts. You will load parts, run cycles, detect malfunctions, and communicate with teammates on production runs.

The role supports quality policy, lean processes, and on-time delivery within a safety-driven aerospace environment. The position requires 3+ years of CNC milling experience, 3-axis machining preferred, and setup experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC machining experience (mills) required.
• Previous experience with 3-Axis machining strongly preferred.
• Setup experience strongly preferred.
• Math skills to perform basic calculations.
• Ability to read prints and use standard inspection tools.
• Strong attention to detail and quality mindset.
• Ability to read measuring equipment (Calipers/Micrometers).
• Able to concentrate, focus, and pay strict attention to detail independently.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machining centers (3-axis).
• Check, and monitor the parts that are being run.
• Read and interpret blueprints and GD&T.
• Perform in-process inspections to ensure quality standards.
• Responsible to produce the proper amount of parts per machine cycle time.
• Deburr and blend all parts that are machined.
• Perform daily maintenance on machines including: maintaining fluid levels, emptying chips, wiping down machine to remove coolant, dust and debris.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Paperwork is filled out properly, and maintained as necessary.
• Work in a team-focused, safety-driven aerospace environment.
• Attendance, always here and on time.

Skills

CNC Machining

3-Axis Machining

Setup Experience

Math Skills

Blueprint Reading

Inspection Tools

Attention to Detail

Measuring Tools

Independent Focus

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalency

Trade School Preferred

Job description

Sonaca North America is seeking a CNC Machinist on the Day Shift to operate CNC and conventional machines to fabricate parts. You will load parts, run cycles, detect malfunctions, and communicate with teammates on production runs.

The role supports quality policy, lean processes, and on-time delivery within a safety-driven aerospace environment. The position requires 3+ years of CNC milling experience, 3-axis machining preferred, and setup experience preferred.