CNC Machinist, Vertical Mill Setup - Weekend Shift
Northwest Machine Works, Inc. · Canby, Oregon · Posted Jul 6, 2026
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Vertical Mill Setup Machinist Needed. Journeyman Level Only.
Job Title: CNC Machinist, Vertical Mill Setup, Journeyman Level
This setup CNC Machinist job is located in Canby, OR. Accepting local candidates only.
Shift Available: Friday to Sunday, 6:00am - 6:30pm
We are looking for dynamic, talented and experienced setup CNC Machinists to add to our team.
Our CNC Machinist will complete set-ups on multiple CNC Vertical Mills up to 4th-Axis. Troubleshoot and operate as needed across multiple machines. Prove out and optimize programs and fixturing for repeat parts. Assist or work in horizontal mill department as needed. Work with programmers, operators and the entire team to plan ahead and find solutions as needed. Identify and implement continuous improvements related to machining processes.
CNC Machinist Job Qualifications:
- Must have minimum of 4 years precision CNC mill setup experience
- Ability to set-up complex machining operations up to 4th-Axis per setup sheets
- Must be able to read, write and edit G & M code at machine
- Excellent blue print reading skills
- Experience with all manual inspection equipment and FAI processes
- Experience machining aluminum, stainless and plastic materials
- Knowledgeable using controls for Fanuc, Haas and Mori Seiki a plus
- Horizontal and Vertical 4-Axis CNC Milling experience
- Ability to work with a team and independently
CNC Machinist Personal Qualifications:
- Self-Starter / Self-Motivated / Flexible
- Reliable and accountable with strong communication skills
- Positive customer focused attitude
- Enjoys fast paced and rapidly changing environment
- Professional demeanor and respectful to people in all situations
- Flexible and willing to help others as needs
- Team improvement and goal driven mentality
Pay is dependent upon experience.
Benefits include Vacation Pay, Holiday Pay, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with 4% matching, Life and Disability.
We are a growing precision machining and manufacturing company that has been around since 1966. We provide quick turn, quality parts in many material types for industries ranging from high-tech, OEM’s, to consumer products. If you like variety, we have that from prototype to production. We pride ourselves in the quality of our team members and are interested in long-term employees that enjoy the opportunity for growth and a fast-paced work environment.
Work Location: One location
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $24.00 - $38.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you available to work the following shift(s):
Weekend Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 6:00am to 6:30pm
Experience:
- CNC Mill Setup: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person