Senior CNC Machinist – 5-Axis, Mentor & Prototyping

Fox Factory; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

FOX Factory in Georgia seeks an experienced CNC Operator to load, unload and inspect parts during the CNC machining process. You will ensure quality and meet production standards for complex components.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills/lathes, strong setup skills, and a proven ability to mentor junior operators. Join our manufacturing environment and contribute to precision production.

Qualifications

• HS graduate or equivalent.
• 10+ years of prior experience operating CNC machinery.
• Highly proficient operating 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills / lathes.
• Experienced with basic machine setups like length changes on like part families.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area / 5S standards.
• Follow documented operator procedures such as work instructions, inspection plans and check sheets, and posted operator notes.
• Runs multiple CNC jobs dealing with complex parts.
• Loads, unloads, and inspect parts being machined while maintaining target hourly production rates.
• Consistently produces parts with less than 2% scrap rate.
• Operates a variety of 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills / lathes, along with secondary operations.
• Operates machining automation (where used).
• De-burrs, polishes, and cleans parts as required.
• Capable of performing cut down operations.
• Capable of supporting new product development and prototyping.
• Interpret all dimensions and GD&T on print, read and understand tolerance block, local notes, revision level, surface finish, etc.
• Performs basic math calculations, including addition and subtraction of decimals.
• Maintains dimensional tolerances as tight as ±.0003”.
• Utilizes precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, etc.
• Can execute machine offsets and insert changes independently.
• Maintains accurate part counts, fills out box tags and job/quantity tracker, and enters data into manufacturing systems / programs.
• Has the ability to assess job performance, determine when a job is not running efficiently, and make changes when appropriate.
• Report and collaborate with supervisor/lead performing advanced troubleshooting for machining problems.
• Collaborate with supervisor and / or technical team on possible improvements to implement.
• Performs basic CNC machine set‑up tasks like length changes on like part families.
• Performs basic CNC machine maintenance tasks.
• Mentor and develop less experienced CNC operators.
• Other duties as needed.

Skills

CNC operations expertise

Time management

Judgment and decision-making

Mentoring CNC operators

Education

HS graduate or equivalent

Tools

3-axis CNC mills

4-axis CNC mills

5-axis CNC mills

CNC lathes

Precision inspection tools

Job description

FOX Factory in Georgia seeks an experienced CNC Operator to load, unload and inspect parts during the CNC machining process. You will ensure quality and meet production standards for complex components.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years on 3-, 4-, and 5-axis CNC mills/lathes, strong setup skills, and a proven ability to mentor junior operators. Join our manufacturing environment and contribute to precision production.