CNC Machinist II (1st Shift)

Prototek; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401(k) match

Education reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible Schedule

PTO starting at 80 hours

Job summary

Prototek in Rancho Cordova, CA is seeking a CNC Machinist II for 1st shift to produce precise parts with advanced milling and lathe skills. You will read complex blueprints, manage multi-axis setups, and optimize tooling in a fast-paced shop environment.

The role requires 2+ years of relevant experience, strong GD&T knowledge, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining quality and efficiency. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of set-up and programming experience in aerospace, defense, medical, robotics or industrial contexts.
• Advanced knowledge of mill and/or lathe machining concepts.
• Experience with complex fixturing techniques and tooling optimization.
• Proficient blueprint reading, GD&T, and tight tolerance machining.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate multiple CNC machines.
• Perform multi-axis machining, including 3+1 and 3+2 indexing.
• Read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T requirements.
• Machine parts to tight tolerance specifications and determine surface finishes.
• Apply advanced milling/lathe concepts to improve efficiency.

Skills

CNC programming

GDT/blueprint reading

Mill/Lathe operations

Multi-axis machining

Education

High School Diploma

2-year Machining Degree

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

Job Title: CNC Machinist II (1st Shift)

PAY RANGE: $30 - $38 | SHIFT: 1st Shift (M-F 6:30am - 3:00pm)

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QUICK SUMMARY

Prototek is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist II to join our manufacturing team. This position is ideal for a machinist who has progressed beyond the CNC Machinist I level and is comfortable with intermediate to complex machining, CNC setups, program modifications, and multi-axis machining.

The CNC Machinist II will produce accurate, high-quality parts while applying strong machining, blueprint reading, measurement, and problem-solving skills. This role also provides an opportunity to support less experienced machinists, improve machining processes, and optimize tooling and fixturing in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operate multiple CNC machines
• Perform multi-axis machining, including 3+1 and/or 3+2 indexing
• Read and interpret complex blueprints and GD&T requirements
• Machine parts to tight tolerance specifications and determine acceptable surface finishes
• Apply advanced mill and/or lathe concepts to improve machining efficiency

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma required | 2-year Machining Degree preferred
• 2+ years of relevant set-up and programming experience in a related industry (Aerospace, defense, medical, robotics or industrial)
• Advanced knowledge of mill and/or lathe machining concepts
• Experience with complex fixturing techniques (building and optimize tooling)
• Basic computer literacy, including Mastercam or related CAM software
• Proficient complex blueprint reading, GD&T, and tight tolerance machining experience
• Strong knowledge of shop mechanics, mathematics, measurement, and material properties
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail

WHAT PROTOTEK OFFERS

• Health, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 9 paid Holidays annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) match: 100% of 3% and 50% for 4% and 5%
• Education reimbursement program
• Career advancement opportunities
• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive pay scale
• Paid time off (PTO) starting at 80 hours with annual increase for each year of service

WORK AUTHORIZATION WORDING

Must meet ITAR U.S. Person requirements - Prototek maintains International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) compliant operations in United States based facilities. This position is subject to ITAR which requires U.S. Person status. ITAR defines U.S. Person as U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, or foreign nationals granted refugee or asylee status.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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