CNC Setup Machinist - Swing Shift

Leupold + Stevens, Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 4,822,000 - 5,235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Training program

Tuition reimbursement

401K retirement

Profit sharing

Product discounts

Job summary

Leupold & Stevens, Inc. in Beaverton, Oregon is seeking a CNC Setup Machinist for the swing shift (Wed–Sat, 3:30 PM–2:00 AM). The role focuses on complex setup operations, tooling adjustments, and ensuring parts meet print specifications.

You will train operators, assist in troubleshooting, and perform GD&T based inspections using CMM and gauges in a high‑quality manufacturing environment with strong safety practices and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 6+ years machining/manufacturing experience or 2+ years with apprenticeship.
• Able to read and follow work instructions.
• Effective verbal and written English communication.
• Intermediate blueprint reading and shop math skills.
• Knowledge of GD&T, SPC, Documentum, Jira.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex setup operations for all departmental equipment and operates/adjusts machinery.
• Performs set ups, adjustments and troubleshooting on machine tools to ensure parts meet prints.
• Assist Lead in troubleshooting programs, tooling, fixtures, and out-of-print parts.
• Check critical dimensions with CMM and gauges; perform First Article Inspections per GD&T.
• Train operators and oversee work, including equipment setup and adjustments.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and report unsafe conditions.
• Enter part quantities and work orders in software; move parts to next operation.

Skills

CNC programming

GDT knowledge

Win SPC

Documentum

Jira

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Windows Office

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMM

Job description

CNC Setup Machinist - Swing Shift

Wednesday-Saturday, 3:30 PM to 2:00 AM

Base Rate $32.00-$35.00 + $3.00 Shift Differential

For over 100 years, we’ve manufactured high-quality products right here in the USA. We still operate out of our Oregon-based factory to this day, producing innovative, battle-proven optics for the world’s most relentless hunters, shooters, law enforcement officers, and military personnel. Regardless of the product, whether it’s a red dot or a riflescope, we design and manufacture it with one goal in mind—to ensure it performs for life.

At Leupold & Stevens we’re American to the Core and passionate about what we do. Product excellence and uncompromising quality are our top priorities. We’ve built a collaborative, high performance culture where team players with innovative ideas and a sense of urgency thrive.

Our benefits package is amazing:

• affordable health and dental insurance
• a strong commitment to training and professional development including an internal skills development program for all manufacturing team members
• a generous tuition reimbursement program
• company contributions up to 8% of base pay into a 401K retirement account
• profit sharing
• product discounts

What You’ll Be Doing as a CNC Setup Machinist:

Performs complex setup operations for all departmental equipment. Operates and adjusts all departmental equipment.

• Performs set ups, adjustments, and troubleshooting on various machine tools and ensures parts are made to print.
• Operates departmental equipment when machines are not available for set up.
• Assists Lead Person in trouble-shooting problems with programs, tooling, fixtures, and out-of-print parts.
• Checks critical dimensions of parts using CMM, QC gauges, and other measuring instruments.
• Performs First Article Inspections using applied understanding of Geometric Dimensions and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Trains operators and oversees operator’s work as assigned, including equipment set up and adjustments.
• Performs equipment readiness tasks.
• Assists manufacturing support teams with problem solving activities.
• Enters part quantities and work order information in software system using PC and moves parts to next operation.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work area, safe work environment, and notifies safety representative, Lead, or Supervisor of unsafe conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experiences You’ll Need as a CNC Setup Machinist:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Minimum 6 years’ experience with machining and manufacturing or formal apprenticeship and 2 years of machining and manufacturing experience required.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered.
• Able to read, understand and follow work instructions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Intermediate Blueprint Reading and strong shop math skills required.
• Knowledge of Win SPC, Documentum, and Jira required.
• Must be able to interpret and apply GDT.
• CNC programming knowledge.
• Proficiency in with Windows Office and use of Personal Computer required.

Work Environment:

Work takes place in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise and chemicals. Ability to use PPE. Ability to stand or sit for long periods; Good manual dexterity, fine motor skills, visual acuity, and ability to use full range of motion. Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds with assistance.

Leupold & Stevens, Inc.

14400 NW Greenbrier Parkway

Beaverton, Oregon 97006

• A core business objective at Leupold & Stevens is to maintain a workplace in which each employee can achieve their full potential. The company was founded on the principle of giving customers and our team members ‘A Square Deal’; to us, this means advocating for the employment opportunities and advancements of all individuals regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We resolutely believe all aspects and privileges of employment should be determined by skills and behaviors, not personal identities.
• With our commitment to make ourapplication process and workplace accessible for individuals with disabilities, we will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for an individual applicant to participate in the job application process. To request an accommodation to the application process, please send an email to [e-mail] or call [phone] and a Leupold & Stevens representative will contact you.
• Leupold & Stevens, Inc. is adrug free workplace. All final candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Leupold & Stevens, Inc. complies with all applicableFAR & DFAR regulations.
• We hire U.S. citizens and persons lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. All new employees must complete an INS Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9). Positions may require a deemed export control license for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Placement is contingent on Leupold & Stevens, Inc.’s ability to apply for and obtain an export control license on your behalf.