CNC Machinist III (1st Shift)

Prototek; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability insurance

401(k) match

Education reimbursement program

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible Schedule

Competitive pay scale

PTO 80 hours

Job summary

Prototek is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist III to perform advanced machining and programming for complex, high-precision components. You will independently execute multifaceted machining strategies and act as a technical resource for less experienced machinists across aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, and industrial applications.

You will contribute to fixture design, process improvement, equipment evaluation, and project planning while maintaining quality and delivery standards on

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 2-year Machining Degree preferred.
• 5+ years CNC set-up and programming experience.
• 2 years Mastercam or related CAM software experience.
• Proficient 2D/3D programming and multi-axis machining.
• Strong knowledge of fixturing, GD&T, and high-tolerance machining.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform advanced machining and programming activities.
• Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment for complex, multifaceted jobs.
• Perform multi-axis machining, including 3+1 and 3+2 indexing.
• Apply basic true 5th-axis machining concepts.
• Read and interpret complex prints, GD&T, and tight-tolerance requirements.
• Use Mastercam or related CAM software for CNC programming.
• Organize and manage multiple machining projects with minimal supervision.
• Apply advanced mill and/or lathe concepts to improve machining efficiency.

Skills

CNC programming

Mastercam

Multi-axis machining

GD&T

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma

Machining Degree

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

JOB TITLE:

CNC Machinist III (1st Shift)

PAY RANGE:

$38 - $48

SHIFT:

1st Shift (M-F 6:30am - 3:00pm)

SEE WHAT WE DO:

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QUICK SUMMARY

Prototek is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist III to perform advanced machining and programming for complex, high-precision components. This role is ideal for a highly skilled machinist who can independently execute multifaceted machining strategies with minimal technical assistance and serve as a technical resource for less experienced machinists. You'll work on precision components for industries including aerospace, defense, medical, robotics, and industrial applications, while contributing to fixture design, process improvement, equipment evaluation, and project planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Independently perform advanced machining and programming activities
• Program, set up, and operate CNC equipment for complex, multifaceted jobs
• Perform multi-axis machining, including 3+1 and 3+2 indexing
• Apply basic true 5th-axis machining concepts
• Read and interpret complex prints, GD&T, and tight-tolerance requirements
• Use Mastercam or related CAM software for CNC programming
• Organize and manage multiple machining projects with minimal supervision
• Apply advanced mill and/or lathe concepts to improve machining efficiency

REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma required / 2-year Machining Degree preferred
• 5+ years of relevant CNC set-up and programming experience
• 2 years of Mastercam or related CAM software experience
• Proficient 2D/3D programming and multi-axis machining experience
• Strong knowledge of complex fixturing, blueprint reading, GD&T, and high-tolerance machining
• Strong understanding of shop mechanics, mathematics, measurement, and material properties
• Strong attention to detail
• Aerospace or defense manufacturing experience preferred

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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