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CNC Mill Machinist

Calmax Technology
Santa Clara, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2026

We are looking for CNC Mill Machinists to join our 1st and 2nd shifts in Santa Clara, CA.


CNC Mill Machinist Responsibilities:

  • Applies commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures on a Vertical or Horizontal Mill
  • Reviews work orders, drawings, engineering plans, materials, specifications, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters to run parts according to customer blueprints and instructions
  • Determines dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations, and set-up requirements per drawings, specifications or sample part
  • Ability to read and interpret CNC programs to maintain close tolerances (within /- .0001)
  • Observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required
  • Performs various machine set up for other operators on production and prototype parts
  • Under general supervision, sets-up and operates CNC Mill machinery and makes offsets to programs on machines as necessary
  • Monitors parts and ensures machines are operating properly


Preferred Qualifications:

  • High school diploma, general education degree (GED) or equivalent
  • Experience in a precision machine shop environment
  • Experience on CNC Mill equipment performing set-up and program prove-outs 
  • Must interpret geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
  • At least 6 months of experience in machine tool operation or 6 months machining training, or equivalent combination of education, experience, and/or training


Preferred Skills:

  • Training in basic shop and measurement math, including linear measurement, metrics, algebra and geometry
  • Familiarity with ISO documentation and processes is a big plus


Pay:

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Employees on the 2nd shift receive an addition 10% differential towards their pay
    • 10% differential = Hourly Pay X .10
  • Eligible for Overtime 
  • Opportunity for a one-time retention bonus after a set number of completed regular work hours


Benefits:

  • Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision
  • Life and Disability: Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Long Term Disability
  • 401K Retirement Plan (3% company match)


About us:
A Silicon Valley leader in manufacturing and assemblies, Calmax Technology, Inc. manufactures precision machined parts and provides turnkey assembly to Fortune 500 customers across technology, automotive, aerospace, semiconductor, and medical industries. We are based in Santa Clara, CA with locations in Tualatin, OR. Calmax is ISO – 9001 certified.


Additional Information: Please reach out to hr@calmaxtechnology.com if you have any questions about the position, job listing, or application process. 


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