CNC Machinist

Light Industrial/Manufacturing CNC Machinist Wichita, KS Posted: 11/4/2026 Job Description Job ID#: 227046 Job Category: Light Industrial/Manufacturing Position Type: Associate - W2 Shift: 1 PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a CNC Machinist, in Wichita, KS. Job Description: Team with others to set-up, operate and inspect parts on, conventional and Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) machines and mediums to assure the timely production and delivery of quality products to the customer. Work from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes or procedures. Perform multi-tasking and multi-machine operation where applicable. Produce parts or assemblies using Conventional or Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) mediums, while simultaneously ensuring product and/or process quality at all levels of the manufacturing operation through monitoring/verification methodologies. Concurrently perform related functions to provide complete hardware in accordance with engineering specifications including,(e.g., operating multiple machines simultaneously, deburr part surface, milling, drilling, boring, honing, grinding, fastening). Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., replacing machine filters, changing standard lightbulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties). Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, moves product to the next operation within a building. Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees of the same or lower classification level. Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified. Level A1. Completely and independently setup and operate Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) and Conventional equipment to perform complex or precision operations in accordance with engineering requirements. Activities include, e.g. operating multi-axis equipment to mill, precision bore, turn, thread, grind, sculpt/contour, etc. Verifies dimensions of parts using both mechanical and electronic measurement tools. And relative to these inspection duties: a. Maintain required personal certifications. b. Perform complete inspection, including first part review, of procured or fabricated parts and assemblies. c. Initiate and document any non-conforming condition for Material Review Board action. d. Perform process surveillance to assure compliance with requirements. e. Prepare and maintain quality records. Skills: The worker will be only doing 5-axis work. Hence, experience with 5-axis machining will be held relevant. Please do not submit any candidate who has 3 or 4-axis experience only. Experience with any of these 5-axis machines would be preferrable - Cincinnati, Makino, Okuma, Mazak, SNK, Matsuura, Devlieg, Modig, Henri Line', Cinetic, Doosan, Hurco, Jig Bore, Toshiba, Flexi-Mill, Torres, Ultimately, manager need high caliber Machinists, not operators (button pushers). The worker needs to be highly skilled and be able to work with minimal training. The worker should be able to explain the skillsets mentioned in the resume, so this would need serious vetting before submitting in the system. It is going to be either a 2nd shift or 3rd shift role. Worker must be comfortable with any shift assigned as well as weekend/OT work. Upon start worker will go through SLS (computer based) training, Precision measurement, blueprint, and skin quality. Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit free career counseling services 401(k) select paid holidays short-term disability insurance skills training employee referral bonus affordable medical coverage plan DailyPay (in some locations) For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter. Job Requirements Minimum Security Clearance: No Clearance Military connected talent encouraged to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit or The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance VEVRAA Federal Contractor / Request Priority Protected Veteran Referrals / Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled #J-18808-Ljbffr PDS Defense