Senior CNC Machinist - Prototyping & High-Precision

FormFactor, Inc.

Boulder (CO)

On-site

USD 43,000 - 57,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid time off

Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

FormFactor, Inc. in Boulder, CO seeks a Senior Machinist to support precision component tooling for advanced technology applications.

You will set up, program, and operate CNC mills/lathes and develop CAD/CAM programs for prototype and production parts, ensuring GD&T compliance and tight tolerances. The role requires extensive experience with Haas controls, GibbsCAM, and a strong background in both manual and CNC machining, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and mentorship within a

Qualifications

Proven experience supporting both prototype development and production manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of GD&T principles and interpretation of engineering drawings.
Demonstrated experience with manual inspection methods and precision measurement tools.
Expertise in CNC milling and turning operations.
Working knowledge of machining centers; familiarity with HAAS controls is highly desirable.
Strong understanding of machining practices, including speeds, feeds, tooling selection, and material properties.
Proficiency using precision measurement equipment and inspection techniques.
Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and quality.
Experience operating and programming Haas CNC machines.
Extensive prototype machining experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment.
Experience with GibbsCAM programming software.

Responsibilities

Set up, program, operate, and troubleshoot CNC milling machines, lathes, and machining centers to produce complex precision components.
Perform manual machining operations using conventional mills, lathes, and other machine shop equipment.
Develop and optimize CNC programs using CAD/CAM software to improve quality, efficiency, and repeatability.
Manufacture prototype and production parts from engineering drawings, models, and specifications.
Interpret complex mechanical drawings, blueprints, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) requirements.
Select appropriate tooling, workholding methods, cutting parameters, and machining strategies based on material properties and design requirements.
Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring instruments, gauges, and Coordinate Measuring Machines (CMMs).
Verify product quality and ensure compliance with engineering and customer specifications.
Recommend process improvements that increase productivity, reduce setup times, and improve overall manufacturing performance.
Collaborate effectively with engineering, scientific, assembly, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve technical challenges and support product development.
Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced machinists and machine shop personnel.