Precision CNC Turning & Milling Machinist (Fanuc/Okuma/Haas)

Job Description

Job DescriptionShape high-precision parts from setup to final inspection

At QCMI, your day starts with a blueprint review alongside engineering. You plan the job, choose tooling, and set up a 3- or 4-axis VMC or a 2-4 axis lathe. You dial in speeds/feeds for stainless, aluminum, castings, forgings, and exotic alloys, make on-the-fly program edits at the control, and run first-article checks to GD&T—partnering with Quality to meet aerospace-grade standards and delivery dates.

What you'll do

• Independently set up, operate, and optimize CNC mills and lathes.
• Comfortably work with Fanuc, Okuma, Haas, and similar controls.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints; apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Adjust offsets and make competent program changes at the machine.
• Select tooling and cutting parameters for a wide range of metals, including superalloys.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing to meet deadlines and quality targets.

What you bring

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a CNC Machinist in a machine shop.
• Proven ability to set up and run jobs unsupervised.
• Knowledge of materials including castings and forgings.
• Proficiency in blueprint reading and applying geometric tolerances.
• Competence making program changes at machining centers.
• Excellent communication skills; a dependable, team-first mindset; strong work ethic; willingness to work overtime when requested.
• Own set of tools.

Bonus points

• Experience with lean manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma methodologies.
• General understanding of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality systems.

Machines & technologies you'll use

• CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC)
• CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)
• CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)

You should be proficient in

• Aerospace Manufacturing
• Machine Setups for Production Runs
• Shop Math Skills
• Blueprint Reading

Compensation & benefits

QCMI offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Pathways for newcomers

[NOTE: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE EXPERIENCE AT MACHINING, QCMI OFFERS A FREE EDUCATION IN MACHINING THROUGH IT'S ADVANCED MANUFACTURING INSTITUTE SAN DIEGO. CONTACT US TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION.]