Senior CNC Machinist & Programmer (4x10 CAM)

United Precision Corporation; Washougal (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Disability coverage

Life insurance

Job summary

United Precision Corporation is seeking a CNC Machinist-Programmer to program and operate 3- and 5-axis CNC machines at our Washougal, WA facility. The role emphasizes CAM programming, setup, and collaboration with internal teams to meet quality and productivity targets.

The ideal candidate has extensive machining experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to develop, edit, and optimize operation sequences from blueprints and models.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of machining principles and tooling strategies.
• Experience with 3- and 5-axis milling and turret lathes.
• Ability to read blueprints, GD&T symbols, and ASME Y14.5.

Responsibilities

• Create and optimize CNC programs for 3- and 5-axis milling and turning.
• Set up machines with tooling, fixtures, and work-holding devices.
• Interpret drawings and develop processes to meet quality specs.
• Collaborate with teams for process improvements and cost reductions.
• Troubleshoot programming and machining issues to ensure accuracy.

Skills

Machining principles

3- & 5-axis CNC programming

CAM software

GD&T interpretation

Troubleshooting

Tooling & setup

Collaboration

Reading drawings

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree or technical education in engineering/manufacturing

Tools

SolidWorks

CAM software (3- & 5-axis)

ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP)

Job description

United Precision Corporation is seeking a CNC Machinist-Programmer to program and operate 3- and 5-axis CNC machines at our Washougal, WA facility. The role emphasizes CAM programming, setup, and collaboration with internal teams to meet quality and productivity targets.

The ideal candidate has extensive machining experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to develop, edit, and optimize operation sequences from blueprints and models.