CNC Lathe Machinist

Nexus Automation; Livermore (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Performance bonus

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Profit sharing

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

10 paid company holidays per year

Job summary

Nexus Automation is seeking an experienced Journeyman CNC Lathe machinist to join our team in Livermore, CA. The role involves programming and operating CNC Lathes, with opportunities to expand responsibilities depending on expertise.

The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience with CNC Lathe operations and 2 years in programming. We offer a supportive workplace with benefits like health insurance, 401(k) matching, performance bonuses, and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience operating a Okuma, Mori, or Haas CNC Lathe.
• 2+ years experience CNC programming (MasterCam preferred).
• Able to lift 25+lbs and perform manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Program and operate CNC Lathe (2 axis and 5 axis).
• Monitor machinery to identify maintenance needs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work area.

Skills

CNC Lathe operation

CNC programming

Setting up CNC machines

Understanding of G-code

Material machinability knowledge

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for an experienced Journeyman CNC Lathe machinist to come join our team in Livermore, CA. We’re a small, tight‑knit shop where everyone is hands‑on in multiple aspects of the company. Your initial primary responsibility will be to program and operate our CNC Lathe (2 axis and 5 axis). Depending upon experience, responsibilities may expand to include CNC Mill machining, EDM machining, and other areas.

Requirements

• 5+ years experience operating a Okuma \ Mori \ Haas CNC Lathe (experience operating a Mill is a plus)
• 2+ years experience CNC programming (MasterCam preferred) is a plus
• Comfortable setting up and operating a CNC Lathe without supervision
• Able to keep multiple machines running
• Able to calculate feeds and speeds
• Able to understand G code
• Understanding of different types of materials, their grades and relative machinability
• Able to read and understand shop drawings
• Able to lift 25+lbs, push heavy carts or crates, and can stretch, reach, kneel, or crawl as may be required by certain tasks
• Monitor machinery in order to identify necessary maintenance or safety issues
• Maintain a clean and organized work area

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Profit sharing
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• 10 paid company holidays per year
• Flexible hours