Machinist

Means Engineering, Inc.; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Supplemental plans

401(k)

PTO

Year-end shutdown

Clean shop

Advanced equipment

Stable hours

Team environment

Job summary

Means Engineering is a leading contract manufacturer offering integrated design, prototyping, machining, build, testing and delivery under one roof. The CNC machinist role focuses on complex setups, tight tolerances, and delivering high-quality parts across industries.

You will work with cutting-edge equipment in a climate-controlled shop, collaborating with engineering and management to ensure stable, repeatable processes and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of advanced machining experience.
• Strong CNC setup expertise; multi-axis preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and specs.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced CNC milling and turning setup.
• Inspect and verify parts to strict quality standards.
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot machining and process issues.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Management to produce stable, repeatable processes.
• Work with difficult alloys (titanium, molybdenum, stainless steel).
• Edit setup sheets and recommend process improvements.
• Document job activity, time, and nonconformance in ERP.

Skills

Advanced machining

CNC setup

Reading drawings

Tight tolerances

Process improvement

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Job description

At Means Engineering, we don’t just manufacture parts — we create high-impact solutions across industries. As a vertically integrated contract manufacturer, everything happens under one roof: design, prototyping, machining, build, testing and delivery. That means faster innovation, tighter collaboration, and real ownership of your work.

Would a climate controlled, clean, organized and stocked shop help you to focus on contributing to impressive machining strategies? If you’re a highly skilled machinist who thrives on complex setups, tight tolerances, and solving real-world problems, this is the place for you.

At Means Engineering, you won’t be stuck pushing buttons. You’ll take on complex work, use cutting-edge equipment, and be part of a team that respects skill.

What You’ll Do

• Perform advanced CNC milling and turning setup
• Inspect and verify parts to strict quality standards
• Interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical specifications
• Troubleshoot machining and process issues
• Collaborate with Engineering and Management to produce stable, repeatable processes
• Work with titanium, molybdenum, stainless steel alloys and other difficult alloys
• Edit setup sheets and recommend process improvements
• Perform tooling and process research
• Document job activity, time, and nonconformance in our ERP system
• Partner with Process Engineering on new product introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement

What You Bring

• 7+ years of advanced machining experience
• Strong CNC setup expertise - multi-axis preferred
• Tooling, feeds & speeds, workholding and material behavior experience
• Ability to read and interpret complex technical drawings and specs
• Excellent measurement skills, including tight tolerances
• Strong communication skills and team collaboration
• Deep understanding of best machining/manufacturing practices
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset focused on quality
• Safety conscience with all aspects of the shop

Compensation

• $30 - $40/hour
• Sign-on bonus available

Why Means Engineering?

• Medical, dental, vision + supplemental plans
• 401(k)
• PTO + paid year-end shutdown
• Clean, organized and temperature controlled shop
• Advanced equipment (2-5-axis machines)
• Stable, long-term employment with consistent hours
• Collaborative, skilled team environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.