CNC Mill-Turn Machinist / Programmer – Okuma MULTUS (OSP-300 / Esprit / Fusion 360)

Surface Engineering; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 68,191 - 97,120; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Profit sharing

Weekly pay

Paid time off

Job summary

Surface Engineering in Sunnyvale, CA, is seeking a skilled machinist/programmer to operate an Okuma MULTUS mill-turn platform. Candidates should have over 7 years of CNC machining experience with expertise in mill-turn setups and programming.

This role provides a stable work environment with opportunities for professional growth and development, including a competitive pay structure of over $60/hour and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Strong mill-turn setup and programming experience.
• Ability to independently establish workholding and machining strategy.
• Experience with complex multi-axis machining environments.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and run an Okuma MULTUS B-axis mill-turn platform.
• Establish and improve workholding strategies and machining processes.
• Perform first-article and in-process inspection.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams.

Skills

CNC machining

Mill-turn setup and programming

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Tools

Okuma MULTUS mill-turn platform

Fanuc robotics

Esprit

Fusion 360

Job description

Company: Surface Engineering
Location: Sunnyvale, CA
Job Type: Full‑Time
Pay Range: $60+/hr (based on experience)
Shift: 1st Shift – Monday–Friday – 7:00am–4:00pm (some flexibility available)
Overtime: Available
Experience Level: Senior – 7+ years preferred
Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Apply Link: Apply directly through hireCNC

Why This Role Exists

Surface Engineering is expanding its internal machining capabilities and has invested heavily in advanced equipment and production capacity. The company is seeking a highly capable machinist/programmer to take ownership of an advanced Okuma MULTUS mill‑turn platform and help establish long‑term process success.

The Work You'll Be Doing

• Program, set up, and run an Okuma MULTUS B‑axis mill‑turn platform
• Establish and improve workholding strategies and machining processes
• Develop and optimize CNC programs for highly complex round components with hundreds of machined features
• Work closely with operators and support personnel assigned to the machine
• Troubleshoot setups, tooling, cycle times, and process improvements
• Perform first‑article and in‑process inspection
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams
• Support Fanuc robotic automation initiatives when applicable
• Help move operations toward increasingly automated lights‑out production

Machines, Controls & Software

Machines:

• Okuma MULTUS mill‑turn platform
• Fanuc robotic automation cell
• Diamond turning equipment
• Multi‑axis turning centers

Controls:

• Okuma OSP‑300 preferred
• Similar backgrounds welcome: Mazak Integrex, Nakamura, advanced mill‑turn platforms

CAM Software:

• Esprit
• Fusion 360

Inspection Equipment:

• Advanced inspection and metrology systems
• Strong quality department and support resources

Materials You'll Work With

• Aluminum (~75%)
• Titanium
• Stainless steel

What We're Looking For

Required:

• 7+ years of CNC machining experience
• Strong mill‑turn setup and programming experience
• Ability to independently establish workholding and machining strategy
• Experience with complex multi‑axis machining environments
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
• Experience troubleshooting tooling and machining processes
• Comfortable owning a machine and driving process improvements
• Reliable, curious, and highly team‑oriented

Preferred (Not Required):

• Okuma MULTUS experience
• OSP‑300 control experience
• Mazak Integrex or Nakamura mill‑turn background
• Esprit or Fusion 360 experience
• Fanuc robotics exposure
• Automation or lights‑out manufacturing experience

Why Machinists Like Working Here

• Average employee tenure approximately 7 years, with some staying over 30 years
• Temperature‑controlled facility
• Stable production environment with repeat work
• Extremely challenging and technical machining
• Opportunity to work with world‑class precision equipment
• Strong quality and engineering support
• Weekly pay
• Profit sharing and performance bonuses

Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $60+/hr DOE

Bonus Structure:

• Up to 10% annual bonus potential
• Paid as two bonus opportunities of up to 5% each year

Benefits:

• Medical insurance (85% employee premium covered)
• Dependent coverage assistance
• 401(k) with company match up to 3%
• Profit sharing
• Weekly pay
• PTO
• 10 vacation days
• 5 sick days
• 10 paid holidays
• PTO growth with tenure and experience

Schedule:

Monday–Friday
7:00am–4:00pm
Some flexibility available
Overtime available

Apply

Interested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC.