Schedule
Monday – Thursday | 5:00 PM – 3:30 AM
Pay Scale
$30.00 – $34.00 per hour (DOE) +$2.00/hour 2nd Shift Differential
Why Work at Manes Machine & Engineering?
Manes Machine & Engineering is a fast-growing, AS9100 aerospace manufacturing company located in Fort Collins, Colorado. We specialize in complex 5-axis machined components for the aerospace industry and are known for solving difficult manufacturing problems—on time, every time.
Our culture is built on five core values:
Leadership. Quality. Excellence. Teamwork. Accountability.
These are not slogans—they define how we operate daily. Most of our leadership team was promoted from within, and motivated employees who demonstrate ownership, technical excellence, and teamwork have opportunities for rapid growth.
We run a climate-controlled shop, invest heavily in modern equipment, and maintain high standards with strong mutual respect across the organization.
Benefits Overview – Industry-Leading Benefits (Full-Time Employees)
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- 100% employer-paid for employees
- Optional dependent coverage available
Life Insurance
- $25,000 policy provided at no cost
Paid Time Off
- Up to 5 weeks of vacation based on tenure
- 48 hours of sick pay annually
- 6 paid holidays
(New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
Retirement
- 401(k) with 100% company match up to 4%
Recognition & Culture
- Employee-driven Core Values Recognition Program (“High 5”)
- Earn extra PTO, gift cards, and other rewards
- President’s Award (quarterly recognition for top performers)
- Quarterly company meetings with leadership transparency
- Regular team events and cookouts
Shop & Technology
- Machines: Primarily Mazak and Grob
- Controls: Mazak & Siemens
- Materials: Titanium, Aluminum, Stainless Steel
- Environment: Climate-controlled aerospace facility
Position Summary
The Machinist – Level III is a senior-level CNC machinist responsible for independent setup, operation, inspection, and optimization of 5-axis CNC machining processes. This role also serves as a technical leader and trainer, supporting apprentice and junior machinists while upholding Manes Machine’s quality, safety, and performance standards.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years CNC machining experience in aerospace manufacturing (or equivalent education/experience)
- 2+ years 5-axis CNC setup and operation
- Proven ability to independently set up and operate CNC machines
- Strong blueprint reading and GD&T comprehension
- Proficient with precision inspection tools
(micrometers, calipers, gauges, etc.) - Experience with manufacturing processes, tooling, and daily machine maintenance
- Ability to train and mentor Apprentice, Level I, and Level II machinists
- Ability to define problems, analyze data, and implement solutions
- Solid mid-level math skills (fractions, decimals, basic arithmetic)
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Positive, solutions-oriented “can-do” attitude
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years CNC machining experience in aerospace
- 4+ years 5-axis CNC setup and operation
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, MIS)
- Skilled trade certification from accredited technical or vocational program
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC machines to produce aerospace components meeting all quality and engineering requirements
- Interpret blueprints, travelers, specifications, and work instructions
- Perform in-process and final inspections per quality system requirements
- Train and mentor junior machinists; document training progress
- Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas
- Perform daily machine maintenance and report equipment issues
- Use presses, drills, tooling, and assembly equipment as required
- Safely handle paints, sealants, adhesives, and chemicals per SDS and PPE requirements
- Identify and support creation of work instructions and setup documentation
- Actively identify and implement process improvements
- Use company MIS systems for job tracking and data collection
- Promote and model company core values at all times
- Support other departments and perform additional duties as assigned
Quality Policy
Manes strives to produce superior products that meet the needs and requirements of our customers. We focus on continually improving our processes and products in order to remain our customers’ supplier of choice.
Equal Opportunity & ADA Statement
Manes Machine & Engineering is committed to equal employment opportunity and a safe, respectful workplace. We comply with all applicable ADA requirements and will provide reasonable accommodations where appropriate. Medical and personal information is handled with strict confidentiality.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Listed below is the description of the physical demands and the work environment characteristics that must be met by an employee to successfully perform their job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to assist individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or listen. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands or fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds or more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to a plant environment to include moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and explosives. Safety Glasses must be worn in all required areas. Safety Toe (Steel or Kevlar) shoes or boots must be worn at all times, while working in the manufacturing areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. However, ear protection is provided if needed.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Manes Machine & Engineering seeks to provide equal opportunity to all employees, including those who have life-threatening illnesses. Manes also strives to provide a safe work environment. Consequently, Manes tries to ensure that employees who have a disability or life-threatening illness are treated like other employees as long as they meet job performance standards, and medical and other evidence indicates that their condition is not a threat to themselves or others.
If an employee is or becomes disabled or contracts a life-threatening illness, or if an employee discovers that a fellow worker has a disability or has contracted a life-threatening illness, all reasonable efforts should be exercised to ensure that this information remains private and confidential. All employees should treat colleagues who have a disability or life-threatening illness with compassion and understanding.
Manes allows employees who have a disability or life-threatening illness to continue to work as long as they continue to meet job performance standards, and manes will attempt to reasonably accommodate these employees. Manes reserves the right, subject to applicable law, to have a physician examine an employee with a disability or life-threatening illness. All information related to the examination will be confidential.
Employees who are unable to work in their current positions due to a disability or life-threatening illness may be eligible for a transfer or leave of absence.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills aptitudes and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.