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CNC Machinist (Mill) 3

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Salary: $25 – $40 per hour

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Location: Poway, CA
Job Type: Full-time (40 hours/week), Non-exempt (hourly), In-Person
Shift: 2nd
Reports To: Production Manager

About the Role:

The purpose of this position is to support the VMC Mill department’s ability to achieve its goals and objectives. This includes the safe and efficient operation of a CNC Mill machine allowing for the achievement of customer expectations for quality and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Set up and Operate VMC Mill machine for the cutting of metallic materials.
  • Interpret blueprints, sketches/shop drawings, and engineering specifications.
  • Perform tool changes, offsets, and adjustments to maintain part quality.
  • Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other metrology tools.
  • Maintain tight tolerances and high-quality standards.
  • Tool life management.
  • Make minor program edits.
  • Perform basic de-burr or rework of work in-process.
  • Make recommendations to optimize and improve assigned processes.
  • Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Perform operator maintenance & other duties as assigned.
  • Perform all work according to Advanced Machining and Tooling safety standards and comply with all Advanced Machining and Tooling policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of VMC Mill experience.
  • Ability to set up and operate Mill machines.
  • Knowledge and ability to produce 1st article inspection reports.
  • Ability to hold tight tolerances.
  • Knowledge of tool wear patterns and tool life management.
  • Experience with making minor program edits.
  • Strong knowledge of blueprint reading and the ability to apply GD&T when needed.
  • Ability to work independently on 2nd shift.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic
  • Experience using G-codes required
  • Awareness of general safety, and quality systems.
  • Willingness to assist with a variety of tasks in a manufacturing setting.

Nice to Have:

  • Aerospace Experience.
  • Experience with aerospace materials (Inconel, titanium, stainless).
  • Ability to read, write and interpret written instructions, blueprints, shop drawings and engineering specifications.
  • Experience with 3-axis machine set up.

Total Rewards Package

The hourly pay range for this position is $25 - $40 per hour (depending on experience). This is a permanent, non-exempt (hourly), full-time position. Additionally, 2nd shift employees receive a 10% shift bonus as long as they work on 2nd shift.

  • Medical Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • 10 days paid vacation annually
  • 5 days paid sick leave annually
  • 401K Plan with matching
  • 12 Paid Holidays

Additional Benefits:

  • Flexible spending account
  • Life insurance
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

  • The company requires access to information, or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other US government security regulations. These laws do not permit access rights to non-US citizens, or to other unauthorized individuals.
  • This position is subject to a background check, drug test, and reference check.
  • Must be a United States Citizen, or US Permanent Resident.

AAP/EEO Statement

  • Advanced Machining and Tooling LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Ability to commute/relocate to work location:

  • Poway, CA 92064: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Why Join Us:

AMT is a place full of hardworking people creating things. We are service orientated and work to always take good care of our customers and our people. It’s also a place where people are given opportunities to learn and grow with the support of our highly skilled senior staff.


2:15 PM - 10:45 PM PST
40 hours weekly with the potential for optional overtime

Compensation details: 25-40 Hourly Wage





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Job details

Title
CNC Machinist (Mill) 3
Employer
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Location
Poway, California, United States
Published
Sep 29, 2026
Closes:
Sep 30, 2026
Job type
Industry Jobs
Field
Other
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Salary: $25 – $40 per hour

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