CNC Machinist

Senior Machinist 3

Location: Spherion Staffing & Recruiting, San Jose, CA

Pay Range: $30.00/hr – $35.00/hr (based on skills and experience)

Employment type: Full-time

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Job function: Manufacturing

Industry: Fabricated Metal Products

Operates and programs machine tools such as lathes, mills, and grinders controlled by a computer to produce precision metal parts according to engineering drawings and specifications. Ensures efficient machine operation, maintains equipment, and inspects finished products for quality and accuracy.

• Perform machine setups quickly, accurately, and efficiently
• Work with engineering and CAM programming department to develop and improve CNC programs
• Design and aid in the fabrication of fixturing for parts of varying complexity
• Advise supervisor and programming team of technical advancements to increase production
• Operate machines to produce production runs of parts
• Maintain quality standards through understanding of the Quality Management System
• Monitor and document operational and performance issues and provide feedback to supervisor
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers, supervisors, and other staff
• Other duties as directed by supervisor

• High school diploma or GED required; post-secondary CNC education preferred
• 8+ years of CNC machine operation
• G & M code fluency and ability to edit programs
• High level of blueprint reading required

• 3-5 Axis experience
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints
• Strong understanding of machine programming, setup, and operation
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical and technical issues
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work

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