Cnc Programmer

Job Title: CNC Programmer/Machinist Job Description
We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer/Machinist to transform parts from drawings or CAD models into finished products. This dynamic role involves a combination of designing, design modification, Mastercam programming, CNC setup, machining, troubleshooting, and inspection.
Responsibilities
- Review engineering drawings, prints, and 3D CAD models, perform design modifications.
- Understand dimensions, tolerances, GD&T, and other drawing requirements.
- Program CNC milling work using Mastercam.
- Determine the best machining approach, tooling, workholding, and setup.
- Set up and operate CNC mills, including 3-axis and more complex 5-axis/3+2 machining.
- Prove out new programs and make adjustments as needed.
- Run first articles and production parts.
- Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
- Troubleshoot programming, setup, tooling, and machining issues.
- Ensure finished parts meet drawing and tolerance requirements.
- Update setup sheets and basic manufacturing documentation.
- Assist in production work when needed.
Essential Skills
- 5+ years of CNC programming experience.
- Proficiency in Mastercam programming, particularly with CNC mills.
- Experience with 5-axis / 3+2 machining.
- Ability to program, set up, and run jobs independently.
- Strong understanding of tooling, fixtures, speeds/feeds, workholding, offsets, and setups.
- Experience with vertical and horizontal milling.
- Ability to troubleshoot setups and programs.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- SolidWorks exposure is a plus.
- Experience with aerospace manufacturing and AS9100 environment.
- Knowledge of tight-tolerance machining.
- Proficiency in interpreting dimensions, tolerances, datums, hole locations, surface requirements, and geometric callouts.
Work Environment
This role is based in a small, experienced, hands-on machine shop with a tight-knit team. The environment is relaxed, with a mom-and-pop shop feel rather than a large corporate manufacturing setting. Work follows a 4x10 schedule, Monday through Thursday. The role involves a mix of programming and hands-on machining, with priorities that can shift quickly based on production and engineering needs. Team members are expected to take ownership of their work from the print/CAD model through to the finished, inspected part. Flexibility and a team-first mentality are essential.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mcminnville, OR.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Mcminnville, OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Mcminnville,OR. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected
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Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the
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