Sr. CNC Machinist

WET (Design); Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

WET (Design) in Sun Valley, California is seeking a skilled Sr. CNC Machinist to operate CNC Lathes and Mills. The role involves multitasking across multiple machines and collaborating with a team to optimize production efficiency. Applicants must have extensive experience with CNC Haas equipment and demonstrate a keen ability to design tools and fixtures.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, enjoys problem-solving, and has a solid understanding of shop math and G-Code.

Qualifications

• Ability to manipulate small delicate parts as well as larger, heavier stock.
• Experience with operating and setting up CNC Haas Lathes and Mills.
• Ability to work independently and take direction as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of CNC equipment.
• Collaborate with other machinists and assist in setups.
• Design and fabricate tools and fixtures used in manufacturing.

Skills

CNC Haas Lathes and Mills

Full G-Code knowledge

Basic shop math

Team oriented

Attention to detail

Job description

What We Do

WET has established itself as a visionary design company. Our designs blend form, material, patterns, acoustics and more to create spectacular places that visitors connect with. WET has been chosen to create for some of the most high‑profile clients in the world. With award‑winning and groundbreaking projects ranging from residential to government and corporate projects, we design water features for small or large footprints.

Location

Sun Valley, California

Job Summary

The Sr. CNC Machinist is responsible to run a 3‑machine cell center of CNC Lathes and/or a small cell of CNC Mills. Ability to multi‑task running and being responsible for multiple machines concurrently. Work collaboratively with other machinists to hand off machines to operators, or assist others in setups and solving technical issues as needed.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a variety of CNC equipment performing various procedures on first and subsequent operations
• Set up and be in charge of CNC Haas Lathes and Mills, with multi–axis machines
• Making own set‑ups in low volume/ high mix environment
• Design and fabrication of a wide variety of tools and fixtures that are used in the manufacture of various component parts and assemblies
• Work from verbal instructions, drawings, and specifications
• Use independent judgment and high technical skill, plus a good knowledge of shop mathematics and practices
• Lay out work using knowledge of parts, engineering practices, and design
• Designs should be such that parts can be produced practically and economically

Qualifications

• Operating and Set‑Up CNC Haas Lathes and Mills
• Must be able to manipulate small delicate parts as well as larger, heavier stock and components
• Sub‑Spindle
• Live Tooling
• Bar feeders
• Full G‑Code knowledge
• Basic shop math
• Prefer experience with Haas
• Team oriented
• High attention to detail and ability to follow directions
• Use all tooling and measuring equipment necessary (Mic’s, Calipers, etc.)
• Ability to work independently and/or take direction from supervisor or lead person
• Ability to multi‑task
• Demonstrated personal continuous improvement
• This position requires moving moderate weight (50+ lbs.) by bending, stooping or reaching on a daily basis
• Must be able to sit, stand for 8+ hours a day, walk, bend or stretch in keeping with the demands of a typical tradesman role

Equal Opportunity Statement

WET is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with WET is governed on the basis of merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.