CNC Mill Operator & Programmer – Precision Aerospace

Allstar Magnetics; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Allstar Magnetics in Vancouver, WA seeks an experienced CNC Mill Operator/Programmer to set up, program, and operate CNC vertical mills from blueprints and specs. You will support grinding operations and collaborate with Engineering to improve programs and tooling.

The role emphasizes hands-on ownership of the machining process, with a modern facility serving aerospace, medical, oil, gas, and industrial projects. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Experience setting up and operating CNC vertical mills.
• CNC programming experience using G-code and M-code.
• Ability to read mechanical blueprints and technical drawings.
• Understanding of GD&T and dimensional tolerances.
• Experience selecting tooling and setting machine offsets.
• Proficiency with calipers, micrometers, indicators, and bore gauges.
• Ability to inspect your own work and verify part dimensions.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Basic shop math skills.
• Consistent attention to quality and detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC vertical milling machines.
• Program and edit CNC equipment using G-code, M-code, and CAM software.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
• Select tooling, establish work offsets, and verify workholding.
• Perform tooling changes and machine adjustments.
• Operate CNC grinders (surface, Blanchard, ID/OD) where required.
• Inspect completed parts using precision measuring instruments.
• Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues.
• Adjust programs and machining parameters to maintain tolerances.
• Support machine calibration and preventive maintenance.
• Collaborate with Engineering on programming and process improvements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint reading

GD&T understanding

Troubleshooting

Math aptitude

Attention to detail

Tools

Fanuc controls

Mastercam

CAD/CAM software

G-code/M-code

Calipers

Micrometers

Bore gauges

Dial indicators

Job description

Allstar Magnetics in Vancouver, WA seeks an experienced CNC Mill Operator/Programmer to set up, program, and operate CNC vertical mills from blueprints and specs. You will support grinding operations and collaborate with Engineering to improve programs and tooling.

The role emphasizes hands-on ownership of the machining process, with a modern facility serving aerospace, medical, oil, gas, and industrial projects. Competitive pay and benefits are offered.