CNC Machinist

Location: Orofino ID
Shifts: Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday

What you will be doing: Essential Job Duties

• Have the ability to set-up and run CNC Machines without supervision
• Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate
• Help monitor the overall quality of parts and assemblies produced in the shop
• Detect and report defective equipment materials and/or faulty operations
• Follow work rules and standard safety regulations at all times
• Mentor and assist in the training of Level I CNC Machinists and Machine Shop Production Workers
• Contribute to the implementation of new production techniques to improve production levels and quality.
• Assist with identifying opportunities for process improvement
• Ensure preventative maintenance is performed on all machines
• Assist in facilitation outside processes including anodizing heat treating and parts finishing

What we need from you: Required Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) years of experience with all aspects of a machine shop including CNC machining operations and programming
• Ability to use measuring tools
• Must have experience or the ability to learn small extremely precise parts and assemblies
• Must have a familiarity or working knowledge of inspection and tolerance techniques
• Must possess the visual acuity for working with small precision parts
• Must possess the ability to setup and run CNC machines
• Must have a knowledge of outside processes including anodizing heat treating and parts finishing
• Must understand all aspects of thread fits and gaging
• Multi-task machining experience would be considered a plus
• Must be a self-starter with an ability to work with a positive attitude in a team atmosphere
• Must be able to optimize programs and machines to run as efficiently as possible
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be willing to work any shift

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times with or without accommodation.
• Manual dexterity as needed to operate a variety of machinery and equipment.
• Must have the ability to sit or stand for 10 hours per day
• Must possess a high level of visual acuity with or without correction

What Sets Us Apart

• 100% paid benefits for the employee including: medical dental vision short term disability long term disability and life insurance.
• Paid Time Off Package - 60 hours your first year and increases year after year
• 10-13 paid holidays per year
• Matching 401k after one year of employment
• 4-day work week who doesnt like 3-day weekends
• Pride in our product
• Employee discount on scopes and Nightforce apparel

Nightforce Optics is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity color religion gender sex national origin age sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status disability or any other category protected by law.

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Note: All job offers are contingent on passing pre-employment requirements including a drug screen and criminal background check. Applicants must also be a US Person as defined by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Application Deadline: May 31 2026 @11:59pm