Senior CNC Operator

Job overview

The Senior CNC Operator is an onsite role in Clackamas, OR; compensation is not specified. Astronics designs and manufactures aerospace, defense, and other mission-critical technology products, and this role supports its CNC department’s production needs. The operator performs machine setups and machining work, verifies finished parts against specifications, and helps train and guide other operators. The role contributes to accurate, safe, and efficient production of components while supporting quality standards and continuous improvement.

What you'll do

• Train and mentor CNC operators
• assign daily tasks and priorities provided by the Production Supervisor
• interpret blueprints, specifications, and GD&T
• create basic machine fixturing
• perform setups including vise, 5-axis, and tooling
• load programs and follow revision control
• select and inspect tooling
• adjust G/M code at the machine
• troubleshoot machining issues
• monitor machine operation
• verify finished parts
• use measuring tools
• maintain equipment and work areas
• follow safety and quality standards
• identify improvement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior cnc operator

cnc machining

aerospace manufacturing

5-axis setup

blueprint reading

gd&t

clackamas or

astronics corporation

day shift

7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

monday–friday

mentoring

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Day shift is 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday–Friday; overtime may be assigned. Safety glasses and hearing protection are required.

About the employer

Astronics Corporation is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing. Sector: 33.