CNC Milling Set Up Machinist

Talon Precision; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Training

Safe Shop

Job summary

Talon Precision in Santa Clara, CA, seeks a CNC Milling Set-Up Machinist to set up and run 3-, 4- and 5-axis mills, with responsibility from setup to first article. You will read blueprints, write basic G-code, machine aerospace alloys, verify dimensions with precision gauges, and work with the team to keep production moving.

The role offers growth within a clean, safe, well-equipped shop and a competitive benefits package. Candidates should have strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC milling set-up experience; 5+ years preferred.
• Hands-on experience with Fanuc or similar CNC controls.
• Able to write and edit basic G-code programs.
• Experience programming positional indexers.
• Able to read blueprints.
• Skilled with micrometers, calipers, indicators and gages.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and precision; works well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run 3-, 4- and 5-axis vertical and horizontal CNC milling machines.
• Write and edit basic CNC programs in G-code.
• Program and work with positional indexers.
• Read blueprints and job travelers to plan set-ups, work holding and tooling.
• Machine aerospace alloys such as titanium, Inconel and stainless steel to tight tolerances.
• Verify first piece and production dimensions with precision measuring instruments and gages.
• Work with quality and the team to keep production moving efficiently.

Skills

CNC Milling

G-code

Blueprint Reading

CNC Controls

Metrology

Teamwork

Tools

Fanuc Controls

Positional Indexers

CAM software

Job description

Position Summary

The CNC Milling Set-Up Machinist sets up and runs 3-, 4- and 5-axis CNC mills to produce complex, tight-tolerance brackets, housings, manifolds and structural parts. You own the job from set-up to first article, making sure every part meets the print.

Key responsibilities

• Set up and run 3-, 4- and 5-axis vertical and horizontal CNC milling machines.

• Write and edit basic CNC programs in G-code.

• Program and work with positional indexers.

• Read blueprints and job travelers to plan set-ups, work holding and tooling.

• Machine aerospace alloys such as titanium, Inconel and stainless steel to tight tolerances.

• Verify first piece and production dimensions with precision measuring instruments and gages.

• Work with quality and the team to keep production moving efficiently.

Required qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC milling set-up experience; 5+ years preferred.

• Hands-on experience with Fanuc or similar CNC controls.

• Able to write and edit basic G-code programs.

• Experience programming positional indexers.

• Able to read blueprints.

• Skilled with micrometers, calipers, indicators and gages.

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and precision; works well in a team.

Preferred qualifications

• Working knowledge of GD&T.

• 5-axis and high-speed machining experience.

• Experience machining aerospace alloys.

• Familiarity with CAM software.

Growth

• Talon companies offer a real path forward: machinist, then lead machinist, then engineering programmer or cell lead, with paid training from journeymen.

Benefits

• Benefits vary by location and typically include:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid vacation, paid holidays and paid sick days

• Paid training and cross-training, with a clear path to advance

• A clean, safe, well-equipped shop

Eligibility

• Many Talon companies perform defense work subject to U.S. export-control rules (ITAR). For those positions, candidates must be a U.S. Person (a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident).

About Talon Precision

Talon Precision is building the premier precision machining and advanced manufacturing company serving aerospace, defense, medical, semiconductor, space and other mission-critical markets. It focuses on tight-tolerance, geometrically complex components where quality, reliability and precision are paramount. Talon companies are locally led and nationally supported. Each keeps the legacy and culture that made it great, while Talon adds the resources, technology and talent to help it grow. Across its companies, capabilities include multi-axis CNC milling and turning, Swiss machining, EDM, precision grinding, welding, value-added engineering, and assembly and kitting. Talon is headquartered in Milford, Connecticut, and backed by $75 million of initial equity capital. Learn more at talonpx.com.

Disclaimer

This description covers the general duties of the role. It is not a complete list of all work that may be required, and it is not an employment contract, express or implied. Employment is at-will. Talon Precision and its companies are equal opportunity employers.