Sr. CNC Machinist-WEEKEND SHIFT

Upc USA; Washougal (WA); On-site; USD 99,229,000 - 110,260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Job summary

United Precision Corporation (UPC) is seeking a Sr. CNC Machinist to join our Manufacturing team. You will independently set up, run, troubleshoot, and optimize CNC lathes and mills, while mentoring junior machinists and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years of CNC experience, strong GD&T and blueprint reading skills, and a track record of delivering high-quality parts on time in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
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Responsibilities

• Independently perform complete setups on CNC lathes, mills, and multi-axis machining centers.

Skills

CNC machining

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Process optimization

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree in Machining Technology

Tools

CNC lathe

CNC mill

probing systems

multi-axis machining centers

CAM software exposure

Job description

Job Title: Sr. CNC Machinist | Department: Manufacturing | Reports to: Production Manager | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

At United Precision Corporation (UPC), we are dedicated to fostering an environment in which all team members can perform to the best of their abilities and realize their true potential. Every team member plays an important role in our operations, and we value the abilities, experience, and background they bring to the UPC table. We recognize that it is only through our team members who provide services that our customers rely upon that we can continuously improve, grow, and create new opportunities in the years to come.

The Senior CNC Machinist serves as a highly skilled journeyman-level machinist responsible for independently setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and optimizing CNC lathes and mills. This role serves as a technical leader within the manufacturing organization and provides mentorship to machinists at all levels while ensuring production goals, quality requirements, and customer expectations are achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

• Independently perform complete setups on CNC lathes, mills, and multi-axis machining centers
• Read and interpret complex engineering drawings, specifications, and process documentation
• Apply GD&T principles to determine setup strategy, inspection requirements, and process capability
• Select tooling, work holding, and machining strategies for efficient production
• Troubleshoot machines, tooling, programming, and quality issues
• Optimize machining processes for cycle time, tool life, and quality performance
• Perform first article inspections and support process validations
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Production teams
• Mentor and train Machinist I, II, and III personnel
• Lead setting up reduction and continuous improvement initiatives
• Support new product launches and prototype work
• Assist with processing documentation and standard work development
• Maintain strict compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and material traceability
• Serve as a technical resource during production challenges and escalations
• Perform other duties, as assigned.

What You Bring to United Precision Corporation:

Required

• High school diploma or GED
• 8 or more years’ relevant CNC machining experience
• Extensive experience setting up and operating CNC lathes and mills
• Advanced blueprint reading skills
• Strong GD&T knowledge and application
• Expert use of precision measuring instruments
• Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues

Preferred

• Technical degree in Machining Technology
• Aerospace and/or defense manufacturing experience
• Experience with multi-axis machining centers
• Experience with probing systems and advanced inspection techniques
• CAM software exposure
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement training

Core Competencies and Skills for Success in this Role:

• Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Process Optimization
• Quality Excellence
• Product Knowledge
• Technical Expertise

BENEFITS:

• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Time

Physical Requirements:

• Work requires walking, standing, sitting, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching, etc.
• Ability to safely operate equipment
• May be exposed to variable noise levels, fumes, hazardous chemicals, or airborne particles
• Excellent manual dexterity and hand/eye coordination. Vision requirements include color vision and depth perception
• Must be able to operate manufacturing and engineering machinery such as lapping, CNC lathe, and milling machines, etc.
• Occasionally positions self to maintain manufacturing and engineering machinery, including under work stations.
• Frequently moves raw and treated materials weighing up to 50 pounds across the warehouse for various purposes, as needed.

Working Conditions:

Work is generally performed in an office/warehouse environment with frequent interruptions and irregularities in work schedule. No special coordination beyond those used for normal mobility, handling of everyday objects and materials, and use of office equipment is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment, and pre-employment drug screening is required. Additionally, we are an ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) compliant facility, and as such; access to our facility (and employment) is restricted under the ITAR regulations. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment are required to provide information to determine eligibility as defined by ITAR requirements. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., ‘Green Card Holder’), or a “protected person” under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

COVID-19 considerations:

Various protocols have been instituted to maintain the safety and well-being of our team members.

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: 12-hour shift, 5:00 am – 6:00 pm, 3-day (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

Pay: $34.63 – $38.48 per hour, DOE.

The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. I fully understand the contents of this job description, have had the opportunity to ask questions regarding this job description, and have had the job duties, physical requirements, and working conditions explained to me. I understand United Precision Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and that this job description is not a contract of employment. Its purpose is to define, though not exhaustively, the essential functions of the job. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.