CNC Setup & Production Technician — Precision Tooling

StenTech USA; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Life insurance (company-paid)

Short-term and long-term disability

Job summary

StenTech USA on the San Jose plant floor is seeking a CNC Setup & Production Technician to set up and calibrate CNC equipment, verify workholding, and run first articles to spec. You will monitor machining operations, read blueprints, and collaborate with engineers to ensure quality and throughput on the line.

The role requires basic math, safe operation of tools and production equipment, and a focus on precision.

Qualifications

• Prior CNC Operator or related manufacturing experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience fabricating parts using various materials.
• Basic mathematical skills for measurements and machining calculations.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to manufacture precision parts per drawings and specifications.
• Set up and calibrate CNC equipment for optimal performance.
• Continuously monitor operations to ensure quality, accuracy, and production goals are met.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot basic machine issues.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Follow safety policies and maintain a clean, organized workspace.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Mathematical calculations

Mechanical aptitude

Team collaboration

Tools

CNC machines

Precision measuring tools

Hand tools

Job description

CNC Setup & Production Technician — Precision ToolingLocation: San Jose, California | Team: Manufacturing Tooling | Company: StenTechA day in this roleYour shift begins on the production floor, reviewing engineering drawings for the day’s builds. You set up and calibrate CNC equipment, confirm workholding, and run first articles to spec. Throughout the day, you monitor machining operations, verify dimensions with precision measuring tools, and adjust to keep quality and throughput on target. You’ll collaborate with engineers, fabricate simple fixtures as needed, and package completed components for delivery—all while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work area.What you’ll handleOperate CNC machines to manufacture precision parts per drawings and specifications.Set up and calibrate CNC equipment for optimal performance.Continuously monitor operations to ensure quality, accuracy, and production goals are met.Perform routine maintenance and troubleshoot basic machine issues.Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.Use precision measuring tools and basic math to confirm part dimensions.Safely operate hand tools, panel saws, and related production equipment.Fabricate parts and fixtures using a variety of materials.Package completed products for shipment or storage.Partner with engineers and production teammates to keep workflow efficient.Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.Follow all company safety policies and perform other duties as assigned.What you bringOne or more of the following: prior CNC Operator or related manufacturing experience; mechanical aptitude with the ability to read blueprints and technical drawings; experience fabricating parts using various materials; ability to safely operate hand tools and production equipment; basic mathematical skills for measurements and machining calculations; or an equivalent combination of manufacturing experience and technical training.Schedule & compensationWork Schedule: Monday – FridayCompensation: $18.50–20.00+ per hour, based on experienceBenefitsMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company contributionsPaid time off (PTO)Paid holidaysCompany-paid and voluntary life insuranceShort-term and long-term disability benefitsEmployee assistance program (EAP)Additional voluntary benefitsGrow with StenTechAdvance your machining skills while contributing to a team that values quality, teamwork, and precision. If you enjoy hands-on manufacturing and producing high-quality components on CNC equipment, we’d like to hear from you.