CNC Lathe Machinist -- 1st Shift

Pacific Staffing, LLC; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and

Life and Disability: Life and Accional

Job summary

Pacific Staffing, LLC seeks a Back CNC Lathe Machinist for 1st shift in Tualatin, OR. This role supports a precision shop focused on quality and on-time deliveries.

You will operate CNC lathes, load materials, verify dimensions with calipers and gauges, ensure GD&T conformance, follow setup technicians’ instructions, keep a clean workspace, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Experience in a precision machine shop environment.
• Ability to interpret GD&T.
• At least 6 months of experience in machine tool operation or 6 months machining training.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC lathe machines to produce parts according to drawings and blueprints.
• Monitor machine functions for correct and efficient operation.
• Load raw materials onto the machine.
• Secure workpieces for accurate machining.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and gauges to check dimensions.
• Ensure parts meet quality standards and adjust as necessary.
• Follow instructions from setup technicians, programmers, or supervisors.
• Keep the work area clean and organized.

Skills

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Shop math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauge blocks

Job description

Back CNC Lathe Machinist -- 1st Shift
Manufacturing & General Production Temp To Hire

We are looking for a CNC Lathe Machinist to join our 1st shift in Tualatin, OR.

CNC Lathe Machinist Responsibilities:

• Operate CNC lathe machines to produce parts according to technical specifications, drawings, or blueprints
• Monitor machine functions, ensuring they are operating correctly and efficiently
• Load raw materials onto the machine
• Secure the workpieces ensuring proper alignment and positioning for accurate machining
• Use precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to check the dimensions of finished parts
• Ensure the parts meet quality standards and specifications, adjusting as necessary
• Continuously monitor the machine's operation during the machining process
• Follow instructions carefully from setup technicians, programmers, or supervisors
• Keep the work area clean and organized, ensuring all tools, equipment, and materials are properly stored when not in use

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma, general education degree (GED) or equivalent
• Experience in a precision machine shop environment
• Ability to interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
• At least 6 months of experience in machine tool operation or 6 months machining training, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training

Preferred Skills:

• Training in basic shop and measurement math, including linear measurement, metrics, algebra and geometry
• Familiarity with ISO documentation and processes is a big plus

Benefits:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Life and Disability: Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long Term Disability
• 401K Retirement Plan (3% company match)