CNC Machinist (Weekend Shift)

ALIGN PRECISION - TUSCALOOSA, LLC
Cottondale, AL

Job Description

Job Description

Shift: Friday - Sunday, 6:00am - 6:30pm (This position offers a shift differential!)

Key Responsibilities

  • Set up, operate, and maintain CNC milling and turning centers to manufacture aerospace and defense components in accordance with complex engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards

  • Interpret detailed job routings, blueprints, GD&T, tool lists, and work instructions with a strong focus on accuracy and repeatability

  • Select, install, align, and adjust cutting tools, fixtures, and work-holding devices appropriate for aerospace materials (aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, etc.)

  • Monitor machine feeds, speeds, and offsets to ensure optimal performance and compliance with strict tolerance requirements

  • Perform in-process and final inspections using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges, CMM-related tools as applicable)

  • Deburr and finish parts to aerospace standards, ensuring all surfaces conform to engineering and customer specifications

  • Accurately document production data, inspections, and process steps within the ERP system to ensure full traceability

  • Set up and run low-complexity, unproven parts and proven parts with medium to high complexity

  • Support prototype, experimental, and first-article manufacturing efforts

  • Collaborate with engineering and quality teams to troubleshoot issues, improve manufacturability, and recommend process or tooling enhancements

  • Actively participate in continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and quality initiatives

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready work environment in compliance with all safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

  • Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Experience & Education

  • 5–6 years of CNC machining experience, preferably in aerospace and/or defense manufacturing

  • High school diploma or equivalent with advanced machining or technical training

Technical Skills & Knowledge

  • Strong understanding of aerospace drawings, GD&T, and customer specifications

  • Proven ability to hold tight tolerances and work with precision components

  • Proficiency using precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, indicators, etc.)

  • Solid math skills, including fractions, decimals, and basic geometry

  • Working knowledge of ERP systems and manufacturing documentation practices

  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot machining processes

  • Familiarity with first article inspections (FAI) and quality documentation is a plus

  • Understanding of AS9100, ITAR, or other regulated manufacturing environments is preferred

Professional Competencies

  • Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

  • Safety-focused mindset with strict adherence to policies and procedures

  • Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and controlled work environment

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

  • Ability to stand for extended periods during shifts

  • Frequent use of hands and arms to handle tools, materials, and equipment

  • Specific vision abilities required, including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Posted 2026-03-13

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