CNC Machine Maintenance Technician

Jobless; Novato, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare; 100% for employee

Retirement plan

Educational support

Bonuses

Paid time off

Job summary

OMW Corporation in Novato, CA is seeking a Machine Maintenance Technician to troubleshoot, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on CNC machine tools. You will install and service equipment, document findings, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, clear communication, and adaptability in a fast-paced team environment. Applicants should have an associate degree or CNC certification and 2–3 years of related experience; experience with

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certification in CNC machine tools or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in troubleshooting, repair and installation of CNC machine tools.
• Experience with Matsuura, Okuma, Fanuc, DMG, or Makino is a plus.
• Strong reading of blueprints and technical documents.
• Proven ability to lead projects and drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and solve problems on CNC machine tools.
• Perform installation, repair and preventive maintenance of machines and tooling.
• Maintain high quality work and adhere to safety procedures.
• Train team members on installation, service and repair procedures.
• Document actions and findings for service requests and parts needs.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to resolve issues.

Skills

CNC machine tools

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Blueprint reading

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree or CNC certification

Tools

Matsuura

Okuma

Fanuc

DMG

Makino

Job description

General Description

OMW Corporation is a world leading supplier of custom manufactured mechanical parts and assemblies. We work for some of the world’s most exciting companies in the aerospace, commercial launch, electronics, semiconductors, and medical industries. We've been in business 28 years, and we are currently growing rapidly. We're located in Novato, California in northern Marin County, just north of San Francisco and southwest of the beautiful Napa Valley.

Job Description

The Machine Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing troubleshoot, problem solving, preventive maintenance, service, and repair of machine tools. The Technician performs all job functions in a high-quality, efficient, and timely manner. The Technician works as a member of a team and assists other team members as required and makes recommendations to senior management on process improvements to ensure efficient machine operations.

OMW’s Machine Maintenance Technician needs excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The Machine Maintenance Technician must be a proactive communicator who enjoys being hands‑on. The Technician must fully understand machine maintenance requirements and have a sense of responsibility towards our company. The role requires adaptability, flexibility, and an agile mindset to manage competing priorities, support a broad range of machine tools, and keep up with the fast pace of our team as we pursue meeting our customers’ needs. As a Machine Maintenance Technician your goal is to support the organization in delivering good products on time all while continuing to improve. The Machine Maintenance Technician plays a key role in supporting the sustainable growth and scalability of the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and problem‑solving of CNC machine tools.
• Perform high‑quality, efficient, and timely machine/tooling installation, as required.
• Perform repair and preventive maintenance, as required.
• Ensure high quality levels and standards in all work performed. Follows all safety procedures and requirements.
• Trains and instructs internal team members on proper installation, service, and repair procedures for current and new equipment and processes.
• Accurately document all actions and findings, and reports parts required to complete service and repairs.
• Consults with other team members, internal departments, and external service providers to resolve issues related to machine tool installation, service, and repair.
• Continuously reviews current processes and searches for improvement. Recommends modifications and improvements to processes and procedures.
• Communicates as needed to internal stakeholders and vendors on installation, service, and repair progress.
• Cultivate skills through further education, seminars, internal training, or external resources.
• Maintain cleanliness of machine tools and work areas.
• Assist, support, and perform other job functions as needed.

Job Requirements

• Associate degree or certification in the troubleshooting, repair, and installation of CNC Machine Tools.
• 2 – 3 years of related work experience in the troubleshooting, repair, and installation of CNC Machine Tools.
• Experience with Matsuura, Okuma, Fanuc, DMG, and/or Makino is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in reading and understanding various technical documents such as blueprints, manuals, etc.
• A deep technical and practical knowledge of CNC Machine Tools.
• An ability to lead projects, help develop strategy, drive cross‑functional team accountability, and deliver results.
• A passion for continuous improvement and a patience to shepherd ideas from initial requirements through execution.
• A willingness to roll up your sleeves and step into unknown situations to understand the current state and most optimal path forward.
• Build relationships with cross‑functional groups to identify, prioritize, and close any reliability or process gaps.
• Experience in providing excellent customer service.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, etc.
• Physical requirements include continuous bending, stooping, standing, climbing, step stool climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, lifting greater than 50 pounds with assistance, pushing, and pulling.

Compensation based on experience. Benefits include 100% company‑paid healthcare for the employee (85% for family), generous paid time off accrual, retirement plan with company contribution, educational support, bonuses, and more.

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under the U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to, the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work for OMW Corporation, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. Person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., “Green Card Holder”), and certain categories of Political Asylees and Refugees. OMW Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and drug‑free workplace.