Jobs
Why work at Portland CNC?
We believe in:
Working as a team, not
top-down.
Constant improvement is a necessity.
Trying on ideas till they don't fit anymore.
Collaborative Programmers & Operators Quality over quantity.
Life is more than your job.
If you
want to learn, we'll help you get there.
Humans matter more than projects.
Paid Time Off
Enjoy paid time off, to take time for vacation, personal days, or other necessary breaks while still being compensated. No gimmicks, use your time how you want to.
Supportive Team
Join a supportive & collaborative team environment where we are committed to helping each other. PDX CNC fosters a culture of teamwork, cooperation, & mutual support. We have a steadfast "No Assholes" Policy.
Flexible Schedule
PDX CNC believes in the importance of work-life balance and offers a flexible schedule to accommodate personal commitments and individual needs, promoting a healthy balance.
Innovative Culture
Be part of an innovative culture that encourages creativity, forward-thinking, and the exploration of new ideas from everyone. PDX CNC values innovation and provides employees with opportunities to contribute to the company's growth and success.
Retirement Plan
Plan for the future with PDX CNC's retirement plan, which offers employees the opportunity to save for retirement with pre-tax contributions and potential employer matching.
Grow with PDX CNC
Every role is vital, and every team member is valued. We value your dedication and believe in rewarding your investment. We're exploring future profit sharing &. If you're up for the challenge and excited about making an impact, join and grow with PDX CNC.
We aren't a traditional CNC Shop
All Employees
Paid Time-Off • Flexible Schedules • Retirement Plan
Open Listings
Operations Specialist
Job Description
The Operations Specialist is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the office. Make things run smoothly with creative solutions.
Location: Our SE Portland Shop — partial Work from Home possible.Tasks & Responsibilities
Administrative Tasks- Ordering Supplies & Materials
- Scheduling Deliveries and Visits
- Greeting Clients and handling their queries
- Answering phones
- Answering Customer Email & Online Chat Questions
- Assist with Sales & Support
- Create Customer Quotes
- Bookkeeping
- Managing office budget
- Overseeing and coordinating projects
- Identify and implement process improvements
- Research new systems or tools that can increase efficiency
Qualifications
- Any experience in an office coordination role
- Excellent organizational & time management
- Strong communication & interpersonal skills
- Work independently & as part of a team
- Superb problem solving capability
- Proficient in Google Workspace
- Airtable experience is ideal
- Xero (Bookkeeping) experience is a bonus
- Knowledge of CNC machines, manufacturing, or Computer-Aided Design not required but 🤌
Grow with PDX CNC
We're a small but mighty team, and we have big plans. You won't just be another number here - every role
is vital, and every team member is valued. We're exploring ideas like profit sharing and even potential
ownership opportunities for everyone.
We believe that the energy, time, and dedication you
invest in us should be rewarded. If you're up for the challenge and excited about growing with a company
where your contributions really count, we'd love to have you on board.
Pay & Hours
- Part or Full Time - $20 - 22/hr
- Our typical week is Monday - Friday, 9-5p
We are looking for the right person to start immediately.
We are not hiring for positions below
We are always looking for good people. Who knows, you may be what we're missing.
CNC Operator / Shop Maker
We are looking for someone to add to our CNC routing shop. Our focus is on high-quality CNC routing and design. Most of our projects are in wood or non-metallic materials.
Job Description
The ideal candidate would have a background in CNC operation and working in a woodshop.
An added bonus if you have CAD design (Fusion or Rhino), or CNC programming experience. Any combination of these skills is acceptable for applicants, however. Most importantly we are looking for the right person who is hungry to learn, has a tenacity to problem-solve and complete tasks on time.
Primary Job Tasks
- Operate our CNC router
- Manufacture parts via CNC and traditional shop tools
- Material handling
- Post-processing: Trim router, roundover edges, assemble parts, sanding, some light finishing.
- Learn to modify and ideally setup CAM programming
Experience
- Experience operating a CNC, we use WinCNC
- Woodworking background preferred
- Big bonus if you have CAM experience, especially Fusion 360
- Must be able to lift, carry, and load onto CNC bed full-size sheet material (80lb)
- Great job for a student looking for experience, internship a possibility
- Must be 18 years or older
- Creative bonus incentives
Part or Full Time - Pay commensurate with experience. Looking for the right person to start immediately.
CNC / CAD Summer Intern
We are looking for an intern for our CNC routing shop. Our focus is on high-quality CNC routing and design of all types. This position is for the summer (May-August) but could continue indefinitely if the right fit.
To be clear
We believe in paying everyone who works for us.
Job Description
The ideal candidate would be capable of CAD design (Fusion or Rhino), CNC programming, CNC operation and have basic to intermediate woodworking skills. Any combination of these skills is acceptable for applicants, however. Most importantly we are looking for the right person who is hungry to learn, has a tenacity to problem-solve and complete tasks on time.
Primary Job Tasks
- Assist in production
- Material handling
- Post-processing: Trim router, roundover edges, assemble parts, sanding, some light finishing.
- Learn to run the CNC
- Learn to setup CAM
Required Experience
- Woodworking background
- Must be able to lift, carry, and load full-size sheet material onto CNC bed (~80lbs to 35“ high)
- Must be 18 years or older
Bonus Experience
- Experience operating a CNC
- CAM setup, especially Fusion 360
- Rhino or Fusion 360 experience
16-32 hours a week available to start. Pay commensurate with experience. Looking for the right person to start immediately.
CNC Operator / CAD Designer / Shop Maker
Job Description
The ideal candidate would be capable of CAD design (Fusion or Rhino), CNC programming, CNC operation and have basic to intermediate woodworking skills. Any combination of these skills is acceptable for applicants, however. Most importantly we are looking for the right person who is hungry to learn, has a tenacity to problem-solve and complete tasks on time.
- Experience operating a CNC (WinCNC ideally)
- Big bonus if you have CAM experience, especially Fusion 360
- Woodworking background preferred
- Must be able to lift, carry, and load full-size sheet material onto CNC bed (~80lbs to 35“ high)
- Design experience? Fantastic!
- Great job for a student looking for experience.
- Must be 18 years of age or older
