CNC Machinist/ Setup Operator

Confidential

Post Falls, Idaho permanent

Posted: January 30, 2026

Job Description

CNC Machinist/Setup Operator

MetalQuest Unlimited’s goal is to provide the ultimate level of customer satisfaction. With our commitment to quality, we continue to strive to be better tomorrow than we are today. Our team manufactures component parts and assemblies for multiple industries, including firearms, agriculture, oil & gas, and hydraulics. We aim to be a global supplier of choice through innovation and teamwork.

Responsibilities:

Operate multi-spindle, twin turret/twin spindle and triple turret/twin spindle lathes

Read blueprints and interpret GD&T

Solidly understand G-code and have the ability to make program modifications on the shop floor

Act as a mentor and trainer to share knowledge and answer questions

Communicate clearly with team members, including managers, operators, and quality control personnel

Perform timely, detailed visual inspections of machined parts to identify functional and cosmetic issues throughout the duration of a job

Complete machine setups ranging from simple to complex on new or existing parts

Display high attention to detail and integrity while performing all job functions

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

CNC Machining Certificate or 1-2 years of on-the-job experience preferred.

Understand basic machining principals

Knowledge of blueprint reading and a working knowledge of Geometric tolerancing and calculating

Understand mathematical formulas used to calculate product dimensioning

Experience using gauges and other quality measuring equipment

Must be able to read work instructions, quality documents, and other pertinent written job material

Qualifications listed are preferred, but not required

Wages will be determined based on a candidate's proficiency in the qualifications listed above, as well as their ability to independently execute each job function

Why work at MetalQuest?

Flexibility

Team-Oriented Company Culture

Competitive Pay

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