CNC Operator

SoloPoint Solutions, Inc.; Morgan Hill (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

SoloPoint Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced CNC machinist in Morgan Hill, CA. The role involves setting up and operating 3- to 5-axis machines, optimizing CAM programs, and performing first-article inspections to ensure production readiness.

You will read drawings with GD&T, select tooling, and contribute to continuous improvement. The position requires independent work, strong attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC machining experience required.
• Associate's degree or certificate in Machining/Manufacturing preferred; equivalent experience accepted.
• Proficient with CNC mills/turning centers (Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, DMG-Mori or equivalent). Reading drawings and GD&T required.
• Experience with CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360 or similar). Knowledge of tooling, speeds/feeds, fixturing, and metrology tools.
• ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems knowledge preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills and turning centers.
• Load, edit, and optimize programs at the control or via CAM; perform offsets and first-article inspections before production.
• Inspect finished parts to spec, document deviations, and resolve non-conformances.
• Support FAI and customer audits.
• Create and prove out new CNC programs.
• Suggest process improvements and provide DFM feedback to engineering.
• Perform routine machine maintenance, follow 5S and safety protocols, and complete production travelers and inspection records.
• Mentor junior machinists and communicate priorities to supervision.

Skills

CNC machining

GD&T

CAM software

Reading drawings

Quality systems (ISO 9001/AS9100)

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

Associate's degree or certificate in Machining/Manufacturing preferred

Tools

Mastercam

Fusion 360

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS

• 3+ years of hands-on CNC machining experience
• Associate's degree or certificate in Machining/Manufacturing preferred, equivalent experience accepted Proficient operating CNC mills and/or lathes (Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, DMG-Mori, or equivalent) Able to read engineering drawings and GD&T
• experience with CAM software (Mastercam, Fusion 360, or similar) Strong understanding of tooling selection, speeds/feeds, work-holding, and precision measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, CMM) Knowledge of ISO 9001 or AS9100 quality systems preferred
• ability to work independently and lift up to 50 lbs

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operate 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills and turning centers
• load, edit, and optimize programs at the control or via CAM Select tooling and fixturing, perform offsets, and complete first-article inspections before full production runs
• Inspect finished parts to spec, document deviations, and resolve non-conformances
• support FAI and customer audits
• Create and prove out new CNC programs
• recommend process improvements and provide DFM feedback to engineering Perform routine machine maintenance, adhere to 5S and safety protocols, and report malfunctions promptly Complete production travelers and inspection records
• mentor junior machinists and communicate priorities to the supervisor