CNC Machine Operator (Two Shifts Open)

Air Squared Manufacturing; Thornton (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance through Cigna

Dental and vision insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

PTO 3 weeks

Job summary

Air Squared Manufacturing in Thornton, CO is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to load/unload parts on pre-programmed mills and run inspection on a CMM, contributing to precision components for medical, aerospace, and energy sectors.

You will work a 1st shift or Weekend Nights with a 15% differential, and a pay range of $22–$26 per hour based on experience.

A high school diploma or GED is required, resume submission, and ability to pass background and drug screening plus E-Verify.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must submit a resume to be considered.
• Ability to pass a statewide background check, drug screening, and E-Verify employment verification.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload parts on pre-programmed CNC mills.
• Load and inspect parts on a pre-programmed CMM inspection machine.
• Use work and tool offsets on manual mill and lathe machines.
• Use hand tools on machined parts as needed.
• Tighten and loosen fasteners to hold parts and fixtures in place.
• Deburr metal parts after machining.
• Assist with shipping preparation — packaging, shipping, and receiving as needed.
• Order machine shop supplies as needed.

Skills

CNC mill operating

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Company: Air Squared Manufacturing | Location: Thornton, CO 80241 | Pay: $22–$26/hour | Job Type: Full-Time | Shift: 1st Shift or Weekend Nights | Experience: 1+ years CNC mill operating preferred

Why This Job Is Worth Considering

Air Squared designs and manufactures oil-free scroll compressors, vacuum pumps, and expanders used in medical devices, aerospace systems, fuel cells, and clean-energy projects — including work tied to NASA's MOXIE Mars mission and DOE clean-energy initiatives. As a CNC Machine Operator, you'll run pre-programmed CNC mills and inspection equipment that produce the precision parts going into that hardware, with a choice between a weekday 1st Shift or a Friday–Sunday Weekend Nights shift that pays a 15% differential.

What You'll Be Doing

• Load and unload parts on pre-programmed CNC mills
• Load and inspect parts on a pre-programmed CMM inspection machine
• Use work and tool offsets on manual mill and lathe machines
• Use hand tools on machined parts as needed
• Tighten and loosen fasteners to hold parts and fixtures in place
• Deburr metal parts after machining
• Assist with shipping preparation — packaging, shipping, and receiving as needed
• Order machine shop supplies as needed

What We're Looking For

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Must submit a resume to be considered
• Ability to pass a statewide background check, drug screening (for substances illegal in Colorado), and E-Verify employment verification

Preferred:

• 1+ year of experience operating a CNC mill

Pay, Benefits and Schedule

Pay: $22–$26/hour, based on experience and qualifications

1st Shift: Monday–Thursday, 5:30am–4:00pm

Weekend Nights Shift: Friday–Sunday, 7:00pm–7:30am, plus a 15% shift differential

Benefits include:

• Health insurance through Cigna
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid long-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance, with option for additional voluntary life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Safety shoe allowance
• 3 weeks PTO, accruing from day one
• 8 paid holidays plus a paid birthday holiday
• Parental leave

Perks include quarterly company lunches, an annual company picnic for employees and their families, department activities, company happy hours, a casual dress code, an employee referral program, volunteer opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.

About Air Squared and How to Apply

Air Squared Manufacturing, Inc. is an OEM manufacturer of oil-free scroll compressors, vacuum pumps, and expanders for the medical, aerospace, fuel cell, and power generation industries, based in Thornton, Colorado. The company's scroll technology has supported projects including NASA's MOXIE Mars mission, leading electric and autonomous vehicle programs, and DOE clean-energy initiatives ranging from nuclear fusion to the ARPA-E program.

If you need an accommodation to apply, email [e-mail] or call [phone]. Accommodations are made on a case-by-case basis.

Air Squared is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.