Is this you?
- Have 3+ years in a machine shop as a CNC Machinist?
- Set up and run complex jobs without supervision?
- Comfortable on Fanuc, Okuma, Haas, and similar controls?
- Fluent in blueprint reading and GD&T, with strong shop math?
- Capable of making safe, effective program edits at the machine?
- Know your way around steels, aluminums, castings, forgings—and even exotic alloys?
- Reliable teammate with excellent communication who doesn’t mind overtime when requested?
- Own your tools and take pride in maintaining them?
What you'll tackle
- End‑to‑end setups on CNC mills and lathes; dial in offsets and tooling.
- Run first articles and in‑process inspections to meet GD&T callouts.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing to hit schedule and spec.
- Make confident program changes at the machining centers.
- Apply optimal speeds/feeds for diverse materials, including superalloys.
Nice to have
- Lean manufacturing principles exposure.
- Six Sigma methodologies familiarity.
- General awareness of ISO 9001/AS9100 quality systems.
Your toolkit
You should be proficient in
- Aerospace Manufacturing
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
- Shop Math Skills
- Blueprint Reading
Machines & technologies you'll use
- CNC Mill (3–4 axis VMC)
- CNC Lathe (2–4 axis)
- CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC)
Why QCMI
Join a team where precision matters and collaboration drives results. We offer competitive wages and a solid benefits package, plus meaningful work that supports demanding aerospace and high‑tech customers.
Early in your journey?
[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.]