Benefits:

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

CNC Machinist, Aerospace Parts Location: Grand Rapids Michigan Company: Third Party International Higher rates available for candidates with additional aerospace machining experience

Third Party International is seeking a CNC Machinist to support aerospace part manufacturing in the Grand Rapids Michigan area. This role is ideal for a machinist with 2 to 5 years of hands on CNC experience who is ready to continue developing in a precision aerospace environment.

The shop primarily uses Haas machines. Knowledge of Mastercam is a plus.

About the Role

You will set up and operate CNC equipment to produce tight tolerance aerospace components. The position requires attention to detail, strong blueprint reading skills, and the ability to inspect your own work using common precision measurement tools. Candidates with more advanced setup, programming, Mastercam, or aerospace materials experience may be considered at higher rates.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC mills, CNC lathes, or related machining equipment, primarily Haas machines

Machine aerospace components to print using approved programs, work instructions, and travelers

Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, specifications, and basic GD and T

Perform in process inspection using calipers, micrometers, indicators, gauges, and other precision tools

Make offsets and routine machine adjustments to maintain part quality

Support first piece and final inspection activities as needed

Identify and communicate issues related to tooling, fixtures, programs, or part quality

Work with programmers, manufacturing engineers, quality inspectors, and supervisors to improve processes

Maintain accurate production records and follow shop safety and quality procedures

Qualifications

2 to 5 years of CNC machining experience preferred for the posted pay range

Experience machining precision parts in aerospace, defense, medical, automotive, or other regulated manufacturing environments

Experience setting up and operating Haas CNC equipment preferred

Ability to set up and operate CNC mills, CNC lathes, or both

Ability to read drawings and understand basic tolerances and GD and T

Experience using common inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges, indicators, and height gauges

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Ability to work independently and communicate clearly with team members

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of Mastercam

Aerospace machining experience

Experience with tight tolerance parts and complex materials such as stainless steel, titanium, Inconel, aluminum, or other aerospace alloys

Familiarity with Haas controls, with Fanuc, Okuma, or Mazak experience also helpful

Experience in a high mix, low volume machining environment

Ability to perform basic troubleshooting related to tooling, feeds, speeds, and workholding

About Third Party International

Third Party International, thirdparty.biz, provides manufacturing, engineering, quality, and supply chain professionals to aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing clients across the United States. We help clients solve production, quality, and delivery challenges by providing experienced technical talent.

If you are a CNC Machinist in the Grand Rapids area with 2 to 5 years of experience and an interest in aerospace manufacturing, we invite you to apply.