CNC MACHINIST (5-AXIS)

Freeform; Hawthorne (CA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Significant pre-IPO stock option packages

100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Job summary

Freeform is seeking a CNC Machinist (5-Axis) in Hawthorne, CA, to ensure precision and throughput in metal parts production. Your experience with 5-axis CNC machines and ability to hold tight tolerances will be critical in this hands-on role. We offer a competitive pay range of $35 to $55 per hour based on experience, along with significant pre-IPO stock options and comprehensive health benefits.

Join Freeform to work with advanced CNC technology in a dynamic production setting, contributing to the aerospace and defense sectors.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machine setup and operation experience.
• Hands-on experience with 5-axis CNC machining.
• Proven ability machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or Inconel.
• Strong blueprint reading and tolerance control skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 5-axis DMG Mori and Haas CNC machines.
• Run complex precision parts from blueprints, drawings, and schematics.
• Inspect parts using on-machine probing and micrometers.
• Support process-improvement initiatives focused on throughput and efficiency.

Skills

5+ years of CNC machine setup and operation experience

Hands-on experience with 5-axis CNC machining

Strong blueprint reading and tolerance control skills

Proven ability machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or Inconel

Tools

DMG Mori machines

Haas Multi-Axis CNC Mills

Siemens controls

CMMs

Job description

At a Glance

Company: Freeform Technologies
Location: Hawthorne, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $35 – $55/hour (based on experience) + Stock Options
Shift: Flexible
Overtime: Yes, as needed
Experience Level: Mid- to Senior-Level
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists because Freeform is scaling production of complex, high-precision metal parts.

Freeform’s autonomous metal 3D printing systems rely on world-class 5-axis CNC machining to deliver production-ready parts to aerospace, defense, and industrial customers. As output increases, the company needs experienced machinists who can set up, run, and optimize multi-axis CNC equipment in a fast-moving production environment.

As a CNC Machinist (5-Axis), you’ll be critical to ensuring precision, repeatability, and throughput across demanding programs.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate 5-axis DMG Mori and Haas CNC machines
• Run complex precision parts from blueprints, drawings, and schematics
• Hold tight tolerances (typically ±0.001" and tighter, depending on part)
• Perform on-machine and manual deburring and finishing
• Inspect parts using on-machine probing, micrometers, indicators, and thread gauges
• Manage routine machine maintenance and cutting-fluid systems
• Support process‑improvement initiatives focused on throughput and efficiency
• Collaborate with programmers and engineers to refine machining strategies

This is a hands‑on machining role, not an operator‑only position.

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Machines, Controls & Software

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

• DMG Mori 5-Axis CNC Machining Centers
• Haas Multi‑Axis CNC Mills

Controls:

• Siemens

Inspection Tools:

• On-machine probing
• Micrometers, indicators, thread gauges
• CMMs (as applicable)

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 5+ years of CNC machine setup and operation experience
• Hands‑on experience with 5-axis CNC machining
• Proven ability machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, or Inconel
• Strong blueprint reading and tolerance control skills
• Solid understanding of tooling, offsets, and workholding

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience with DMG Mori machines
• Familiarity with Siemens controls
• CNC programming and fixture design experience
• Experience machining metal 3D printed parts
• NTMA machinist certification or equivalent training
• Proficiency with CMMs and advanced inspection
• Comfortable operating shop equipment (cranes, forklifts, etc.)

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Stainless Steel
• Titanium
• Inconel & nickel‑based alloys

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay: $35 – $55/hour (DOE)
Top of range reserved for exceptional multi‑axis and fixture experience

Benefits Include:

• Significant pre‑IPO stock option packages
• 100% employer‑paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Traditional & Roth 401(k)
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Generous paid parental leave
• Free daily catered lunch & dinner
• Casual dress and flexible hours
• Team events and continuous learning opportunities

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