Lathe Machinist

"We Engineer Solutions" isn't just our tagline—it's our way of life. 

At Ascentec Engineering, we extend this philosophy beyond our products and services to every aspect of our organization. We don’t just engineer solutions for our customers; we engineer a fantastic place to work for our employees. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where you can grow your career, contribute to a great team, and be part of something extraordinary. 

We are seeking dedicated and skilled Lathe machinists to join our Dallas, Oregon team. In this role, you will set up and operate CNC machines for quick-turn prototypes and low/mid-volume production parts.

We have three shifts available:

Swing Shift: Monday through Thursday, 4 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Weekend Day Shift: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Weekend Night Shift: Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 6 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.

All shifts are full-time and come with an industry-leading shift differential.

This position is on-site at our Dallas, Oregon location (not remote/not hybrid) and not eligible for Visa sponsorship.     

Responsibilities:

• CNC Setup and Operation: Teach tools, load programs, and set/adjust work/tool offsets on Haas, Fanuc, and Okuma controls.
• Precision Work: Read prints and inspect parts for conformance to typically +/- .005 tolerance.
• Quality Assurance: Check parts using basic measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and depth gauges.

Qualifications:

• Skills and Experience: Trade school and/or at least one year of experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Technical Aptitude: Strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.
• Personal Attributes: Honest, dependable, self-starter, flexible, and detail-oriented. Enjoys fast-paced, rapidly changing environments. Quality-oriented team player.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to walk, bend, and lift up to 40 lbs continuously.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in a machine shop environment.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules and hours as needed.
• The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job, absent undue hardship. The employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.  

 Compensation / Benefits: 

• $21 to $37 per hour DOE
• PTO and paid holidays
• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401K with matching funds

Why Join Us?

• Our Culture: We engineer solutions and celebrate our nerdy passions with events like May The 4th Be With You and Pi Day. You'll be part of a fun and collaborative team that loves what we do.
• Growth Opportunities: We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and plenty of opportunities for professional growth.
• Impact: Your work will directly contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality solutions to our customers and shaping the future of manufacturing.

Join us and be part of a company that values creativity, expertise, and a commitment to excellence. Apply today to engineer your future with Ascentec Engineering. 

Applicant must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check prior to employment.

ITAR REQUIREMENTS: To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. 

Ascentec Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Ascentec Engineering is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.