VMC Mill Machinist - Level III (2nd Shift)

VMC Mill Machinist – Level IIILocation: Poway, CA Schedule: Second Shift, 2:15 PM–10:45 PM Pay: $30–$40 per hour, depending on experience Employment Type: Full-TimeA precision manufacturing company in Poway is seeking an experienced VMC Mill Machinist – Level III to join its second-shift team. This position is responsible for independently setting up and operating CNC vertical machining centers to produce high-quality precision components. The ideal candidate will have strong CNC milling, blueprint reading, inspection, G-code, and GD&T experience.

Aerospace manufacturing experience is highly preferred.ResponsibilitiesIndependently set up and operate CNC vertical machining centers.Manufacture precision components from metallic materials.Read and interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches, and engineering specifications.Perform tool changes, offsets, machine adjustments, and tool-life management.Make minor CNC program and G-code edits as needed.Monitor tool wear and make necessary adjustments to maintain part quality.Inspect in-process and completed parts using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision measuring instruments.Consistently maintain tight tolerances and established quality standards.Complete first article inspections and required documentation.Perform basic deburring and rework on work-in-process parts.Apply basic shop mathematics to machining and inspection processes.Recommend improvements to machining processes, quality, and production efficiency.Perform routine operator maintenance on assigned equipment.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.Follow all safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.Assist with additional manufacturing duties as needed.QualificationsAt least three years of CNC/VMC milling experience.Ability to independently set up and operate CNC milling machines.Experience completing first article inspections and related documentation.Strong blueprint reading and interpretation skills.Working knowledge of GD&T and G-code.Experience making minor CNC program edits.Demonstrated ability to hold tight tolerances.Knowledge of cutting tools, tool-wear patterns, and tool-life management.Proficiency with micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.Strong basic shop-math skills.Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality.Ability to work independently during second shift.General knowledge of manufacturing safety and quality systems.High school diploma or GED preferred.Preferred ExperienceAerospace manufacturing experience.Experience machining Inconel, titanium, stainless steel, or similar aerospace materials.Experience setting up and operating three-axis CNC machines.Ability to interpret detailed engineering specifications and complex shop drawings.