Senior Machine Operator & Lead Machinist

Applied Materials; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Bonus potential

Job summary

Applied Materials in Tempe, AZ is seeking a skilled shop technician to operate and set up a range of manual and CNC equipment. You will produce prototype and production parts, perform machining and assembly, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet quality and delivery targets.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma/GED with substantial hands-on experience, be capable of handling complex set-ups, and apply basic trig for angle calculations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with 7–10 years of experience.
• Ability to lead and coordinate work with other teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills.
• Customer-focused with ability to work with internal teams.
• Safety-conscious and able to operate heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Operate major shop tools to prototype, produce parts, modify components.
• Support in-house customers across manufacturing and engineering teams.
• Use work orders and blueprints to determine processes, tooling and fixtures.
• Perform machining and assembly with standard shop equipment.
• Plan and perform complex set-ups; apply basic trig for angles.
• Nest parts to maximize material efficiency and reduce waste.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and proper tool handling.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

7-10 years experience

Tools

CNC Router

Laser

Water Jet

Sheet Metal Brake

Teflon Press

Manual Mill

Manual Lathe

Forklift

Cranes

Job description

Applied Materials in Tempe, AZ is seeking a skilled shop technician to operate and set up a range of manual and CNC equipment. You will produce prototype and production parts, perform machining and assembly, and collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to meet quality and delivery targets.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma/GED with substantial hands-on experience, be capable of handling complex set-ups, and apply basic trig for angle calculations.