CNC Machinist
CNC Machinist
Job ID: 41075
Location: Missoula, MT
Category: Skilled Trades
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Missoula, MT
A trusted leader in a highly specialized sector of aviation is currently seeking a CNC Machinist. Known for its commitment to safety, innovation, and operational excellence, the company brings decades of experience supporting critical services across the country. In addition to specialized flight operations, it offers a wide range of aviation solutions, including comprehensive maintenance, repair, and support services. With a strong value-driven culture and a focus on both public and private sector clients, the organization is dedicated to delivering exceptional service at every level.
The CNC Machinist is responsible for manufacturing aircraft parts, building specialized tools and fixtures, and repairing aircraft components. Work is performed using engine lathes, knee mills, NC mills, CNC lathes, and other machine shop equipment to ensure precision and quality in all components.
Why You Want This Position:
- Starting Pay: $30/hour, depending on experience
- Comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees
- Schedule:
- Flexible 30 to 40 hours/week – all shifts are 10-hour days, with 3 consecutive days off
- Weekends: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday Full time (40 hours a week)
- Weekends: Friday, Saturday, Sunday (30 hours a week)
- Weekdays: Monday – Friday (40 hours per week)
Essential Functions and Duties:
- Read and interpret blueprints to manufacture aircraft components and build custom fixtures
- Perform complex setups using vises, angle plates, rotary plates, and sine plates for precision machining
- Operate machine tools such as engine lathes, knee mills, and program EZ Trak mills or Haas TL lathes
- Maintain and service machines, ensuring equipment is calibrated and in proper working condition
- Use precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, dial indicators) to work within close tolerances; CMM or Faro Arm experience is a plus
- Follow safety and housekeeping protocols and perform additional duties as required
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of relevant manufacturing/machining experience preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent required; trade school or equivalent technical training preferred; previous manufacturing/machining experience required
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, coworkers, and business contacts
- Knowledge of aircraft/mechanical systems, blueprints, diagrams, and technical manuals; ability to interpret and apply written guidelines
- Skilled in the use of machine tools, measuring instruments, cutter grinders, and manufacturing software (e.g., Mastercam, SolidWorks)
- Ability to perform moderate to strenuous physical work, including lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long periods, and working with chemicals and cutting fluids safely
Call or text Eric in our LC Staffing Kalispell Office at 406-298-9154
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