CNC Programmer

CNC Programmer

Salary Range : $79,040 – $93,600

Location : Clackamas, Oregon

Schedule : Day Shift, Monday–Friday

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced CNC Programmer to join our team. This role is responsible for designing and building tooling and fixtures, programming and setting up CNC milling machines and lathes, and ensuring all machined parts meet precise specifications. The ideal candidate will have strong machining knowledge, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to interpret complex technical drawings.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and fabricate tooling and fixtures.
• Program and set up CNC milling machines and CNC lathes.
• Review blueprints, manuals, and sample parts to determine dimensions, tolerances, operational sequences, and setup requirements.
• Select, align, and secure fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials.
• Use micrometers, calipers (dial and digital), thread gauges, go / no-go pins, and other precision measurement tools.
• Set machining parameters including speed, feed, coolant flow, depth of cut, and angles.
• Monitor machine operations, identify malfunctions or out-of-tolerance conditions, and make necessary adjustments.
• Verify that finished parts meet all specifications and quality standards.
• Update existing programs and fixturing to increase efficiency.
• Interpret technical specifications and collaborate with Engineering to recommend improvements for manufacturability.
• Operate CNC mills and lathes as required.
• Participate in Quality Manual Standards training and apply all related requirements.
• Follow all safety and security procedures and promptly report unsafe conditions.

Essential Skills

Additional Qualifications

Work Environment

The production floor is not temperature-controlled and may become warm during the summer; however, office and break areas are air-conditioned for comfort. The facility maintains a professional dress code suitable for a manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of CLACKAMAS, OR.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $79040.00 - $93600.00 / yr.

Union - Teamsters 305 - 5 year vestment for pensionMedical, dental, vision

Low deductible plan

40 hours of PTO first year. 2nd year 80 hours PTO

11 paid holidays

Annual 5% raise

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in CLACKAMAS,OR.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 23, 2026.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.