Swing-Shift CNC Lead: Precision Prototype Machining

Opti Staffing; Gaston (OR); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small company

Specialized, high-precision work

Competitive pay

Job summary

OPTI Staffing is seeking a Swing Shift CNC Machinist in Gaston, OR to keep production running on the swing shift and to perform basic setups, offsets, and inspections on high‑tolerance parts. This role requires independent work, attention to detail, and the ability to read blueprints in a prototype environment.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years of CNC machining experience, with hands‑on work on Swiss lathes, CNC lathes, and mills, and experience machining stainless steel or titanium.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years CNC machining experience.
• Experience with Swiss lathes, CNC lathes, and mills.
• Experience machining stainless steel, titanium, or other hard metals.
• Ability to work independently on the swing shift.
• Strong understanding of tolerances and precision machining.
• Comfortable working in a prototype / short‑run environment.
• Setup experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Keep CNC production running throughout the swing shift.
• Monitor machine performance and make offsets / adjustments as needed.
• Run and oversee Swiss lathes, CNC lathes, and CNC mills.
• Work with stainless steel and titanium materials regularly.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and machining specs.
• Perform basic setups, tool changes, and troubleshooting.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure tight tolerances are met.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Communicate production issues to leadership.

Skills

CNC Machining

Swiss Lathe Experience

Blueprint Reading

Tools

Swiss lathes

CNC Lathes

CNC Mills

Job description

OPTI Staffing is seeking a Swing Shift CNC Machinist in Gaston, OR to keep production running on the swing shift and to perform basic setups, offsets, and inspections on high‑tolerance parts. This role requires independent work, attention to detail, and the ability to read blueprints in a prototype environment.

Ideal candidates have 3–5+ years of CNC machining experience, with hands‑on work on Swiss lathes, CNC lathes, and mills, and experience machining stainless steel or titanium.