Advanced Optics CNC Machinist - 5-Axis Precision

AMETEK, Inc.; Richmond, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist in Richmond, CA to fabricate high-precision glass components for Ultra-Precision Optics. You will independently plan, set up, program, and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills, maintaining tight tolerances and surface quality.

Collaborate with engineering and quality, drive process improvements, and mentor junior machinists. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to 5S.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Associate’s degree in Machining Technologies preferred.
• 6+ years CNC machining experience; optics/ultra-precision preferred.
• Strong math and GD&T interpretation.
• Proficiency with Fanuc/Siemens controls; CAM software knowledge.
• Lean manufacturing with safety and quality focus.

Responsibilities

• Independently plan, set up, program, and execute complex jobs with high precision.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and planning to meet schedules and develop processes.
• Lead continuous improvement and mentor machinists on new methods.
• Operate CNC and non-CNC machines to produce complex components from glass/ceramics.
• Lead complex workholding and machining strategies for low-volume, high-precision parts.
• Load, edit, and manage CNC programs; support prove-out and ECOs.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions.
• Handle and clean optical components per contamination-control practices.
• Maintain 5S and inventory control in the workspace.
• Perform maintenance and coordinate with maintenance/engineering to prevent recurrence.

Skills

CNC Machining

Math skills / GD&T

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Team collaboration

Mentoring/training

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree in Machining Technologies

Tools

Fanuc controls

Siemens controls

Gibbs

Mastercam

ERP/MRP

Job description

AMETEK, Inc. is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist in Richmond, CA to fabricate high-precision glass components for Ultra-Precision Optics. You will independently plan, set up, program, and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills, maintaining tight tolerances and surface quality.

Collaborate with engineering and quality, drive process improvements, and mentor junior machinists. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and adherence to 5S.