Business Details
48 Years
experience
Expert CNC Machining Services in Grants Pass, Oregon
Precision Screw Manufacturing has been delivering high-quality machining solutions since 1978. Founded by Ray Urias, a U.S. Army veteran and experienced machinist, we began operations with New Britain screw machines and have evolved into a modern facility equipped with advanced Mazak and Star CNC lathes. Our commitment to excellence has remained constant through ownership transitions, including stewardship by Ray's wife Nanci Urias and current owner Jay MacDonald, who brings over 15 years of hands-on machining expertise. Located in Grants Pass, Oregon, we leverage our 40+ years of production experience to serve diverse industries with precision components made in the USA. Our facility specializes in both small-batch and large-scale production of complex parts, supported by state-of-the-art equipment including multi-axis turning centers with live tooling capabilities.We maintain deep roots in the Rogue Valley community, where we've operated since 2005, benefiting from the region's skilled workforce and manufacturing heritage. Our technical capabilities span from simple component machining to intricate five-axis Swiss-type turning, ensuring we meet exacting specifications across various production volumes. This combination of experience, technology, and local commitment positions us to deliver reliable, high-precision solutions for our clients' most demanding applications.
Services
CNC Turning
Precision Machining
Swiss-Type Turning
Prototype Development
Production Runs
Details
- Year established: 1978
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of precision machining expertise since 1978
- Our facility features advanced Mazak and Star CNC lathes with multi-axis capabilities
- Current owner brings 15+ years of hands-on machining experience
- We maintain strict quality control for both small and large production runs
- Local ownership ensures deep community commitment and responsiveness
Services
CNC Turning
Our CNC turning services utilize advanced Mazak and Star equipment to produce complex metal components with tight tolerances. Capable of handling both small-batch and large-scale production runs, we maintain exceptional accuracy across various materials. Our multi-axis capabilities enable efficient machining of intricate geometries for industrial applications.
Swiss-Type Turning
Specializing in precision Swiss-type turning, we produce complex, high-accuracy components using 5-axis Star machines. Our capabilities include bar capacities from 5/8 to 1-1/4 inches with live tooling and sub-spindle operations. This technology enables single-setup machining of intricate parts for medical, aerospace, and industrial clients.
Prototype Development
We support rapid prototype development using our CNC equipment to validate designs before full production. Our experienced machinists work closely with clients to ensure prototypes meet exact specifications. This service helps identify potential manufacturing challenges early in the product development cycle.
People
Ray Urias
Founder
U.S. Army veteran and experienced machinist who established the company in 1978. Pioneered the transition from traditional screw machines to modern CNC technology before passing leadership to his wife Nanci in 2013.
Jay MacDonald
Owner
Current owner with over 15 years of machining experience who acquired the business in 2019. Brings deep technical expertise and operational knowledge from his previous role as lead machinist.
Questions
What types of CNC machines do you operate?
We operate Mazak Super Quick Turn lathes (10 and 18 models) and Star SB-16/SR-32 Swiss-type turning centers with multi-axis capabilities and live tooling.
What production volumes can you handle?
Our facility supports both small-batch prototyping and large-scale production runs, adapting our processes to meet varying quantity requirements efficiently.
What materials do you work with?
While primarily working with metals, our CNC equipment can handle various materials meeting specific project requirements and industry standards.
How does ownership history affect operations?
Our continuity through ownership transitions maintains institutional knowledge while current owner Jay MacDonald brings 15+ years of hands-on machining expertise to daily operations.