CNC Machinist

Coulter Services; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulter Services is seeking a skilled CNC technician to set up, program, and operate precision equipment for aerospace and defense components. The role requires strong GD&T interpretation and blueprint reading to ensure parts meet tight tolerances.

You will perform in-process inspections and collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to solve technical challenges, supporting continuous improvement and maintaining high production quality.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CNC machining setup and operation.
• Strong blueprint and GD&T interpretation.
• Ability to inspect parts in-process and hold tight tolerances.
• Knowledge of polyurethane foam and composite materials.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a quality-focused production setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC equipment to manufacture precision parts.
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T to ensure specifications.
• Perform in-process inspections and verify parts against aerospace/defense tolerances.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to solve problems.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain production quality.

Skills

CNC setup

CNC operation

GD&T interpretation

Blueprint reading

In-process inspection

Polyurethane foam

Composite materials

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

to produce precision components from advanced polyurethane foam and composites in a clean, safety-focused manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate CNC equipment to manufacture precision parts.
• Interpret blueprints and GD&T to ensure components meet required specifications.
• Perform in-process inspections and verify parts against tight aerospace/defense tolerances.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and production teams to solve technical problems.
• Support continuous improvement efforts and maintain production quality.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Proficiency in CNC machining setup and operation.
• Strong blueprint and GD&T interpretation skills.
• Ability to inspect parts in-process and hold demanding tolerances.
• Knowledge of working with polyurethane foam and composite materials.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills in a quality-focused production setting.