CNC Machinist

Spherion Staffing & Recruiting, San Jose CA; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 48,216; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and recruiting firm is looking for a Senior Machinist 3 in Fremont, CA. This role involves operating and programming CNC machines, ensuring efficient operation, and maintaining quality standards. The ideal candidate should have 8+ years of CNC machine operation experience and strong skills in machine programming and blueprint reading. This is a full-time position with a pay range of $30.00/hr – $35.00/hr based on skills and experience.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform machine setups quickly, accurately, and efficiently.
• Work with engineering and CAM programming to improve CNC programs.
• Design and aid in the fabrication of fixturing.
• Advise technical advancements to increase production.
• Operate machines to produce production runs of parts.
• Maintain quality standards through understanding of the Quality Management System.
• Monitor operational and performance issues.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers.

Skills

3-5 Axis experience

Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Strong understanding of machine programming

Familiarity with precision measuring tools

Ability to troubleshoot and resolve mechanical issues

Strong attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary CNC education

Job description

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.

Duties & Responsibilities

• 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

Education, Training & Experience

• 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

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 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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