CNC Machinist

Jobot; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Matching 401(k)

Union environment

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a CNC Machinist to set up and operate 3- and 5-axis CNC machines producing aerospace-grade parts in Stockton, California. You will work onsite with Fanuc and Siemens controls, handling low-volume, high-precision workloads.

The role requires 5+ years of CNC experience, strong blueprint reading, shop math and precision inspection skills, and the ability to work within a union environment. Medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC machining experience with a 3- and 5-axis focus.
• Hands‑on experience with Fanuc and/or Siemens controls.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong blueprint reading, shop math, and precision inspection skills.
• Willingness to comply with union rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate production CNC machine tools; select and mount appropriate tooling.
• Determine feeds and speeds, and perform cut‑off, trimming, countersinking, and drilling operations.
• Interpret blueprints and technical drawings, applying shop math for accurate machining.
• Transfer program files from computer to CNC controllers and monitor operations, adjusting as needed.
• Verify dimensional accuracy using calipers, micrometers, and gauges; inspect finished parts and maintain production and inspection logs.

Skills

CNC machining

3 & 5 axis

Blueprint reading

Shop math

Precision inspection

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Fanuc controls

Siemens controls

Job description

Job details

CNC Machinist — 3 & 5-Axis Aerospace Production — $30/hr to $40/hr+ — Stockton (Northern California) / Onsite — Tier 1 Aerospace Supplier

Salary: $30 - $45 per hour

A bit about us

Founded over 60 years ago and based in Northern California, we design, fabricate, and test mission-critical aerospace components for the industry's leading innovators, including major launch, space, and defense programs. Much of the flight hardware we build supports our customers' platforms in the most demanding environments, where quality and reliability are non‑negotiable. Our precision machining, structures, and assembly capabilities make us one of the more trusted independent suppliers in the region.

Why join us

• Medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k)
• Low-volume, high-mix precision work — you own the part from setup through inspection, not one step of it
• Long-standing programs and repeat flight hardware provide steady, stable pipeline
• Union environment with clear structure and growth path

Job Details

You’ll set up and operate 3- and 5-axis CNC machines running Fanuc and Siemens controls to produce high-quality, low-volume metal, composite, and graphite parts for aerospace production.

• Set up and operate production CNC machine tools; select and mount appropriate tooling
• Determine feeds and speeds, and perform cut‑off, trimming, countersinking, and drilling operations
• Interpret blueprints and technical drawings, applying shop math for accurate machining
• Transfer program files from computer to CNC controllers and monitor operations, adjusting as needed
• Verify dimensional accuracy using calipers, micrometers, and gauges; inspect finished parts and maintain production and inspection logs

Looking for

• 5+ years CNC machining experience with a 3- and 5-axis focus
• Hands‑on experience with Fanuc and/or Siemens controls
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong blueprint reading, shop math, and precision inspection skills
• Willingness to comply with union rules and regulations

Experience in any of the following areas welcomed

• Machining of composite and graphite parts
• Aerospace or other tight‑tolerance production environments
• GD&T and precision inspection
• Routine machine maintenance and setup optimization

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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