CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist, 5-Axis

Location: Livermore, CA (In-Person)

Pay Range: $27.00 - $45.00 per hour (Dependent on Experience)

Job Type: Full-Time

About Our Company

For over 45 years, we have been a trusted global leader in engineering and manufacturing industrial automation equipment, specializing in high-precision heat staking and heat-sealing systems. We take immense pride in the fact that all our machinery is fully designed, engineered, and manufactured under one roof at our facility in Livermore, CA.

Why Join Us? We offer the best of both worlds: we are a small, tight-knit team, yet a remarkably stable and solidly growing company. Because we have recently expanded our state-of-the-art, in-house CNC machine shop to offer rapid-turnaround contract machining services to regional companies, we are unlocking exciting new avenues of growth. This expansion means you get the long-term stability of a 45 year industry pioneer combined with the dynamic environment of a growing advanced manufacturing facility. 

The Opportunity: Elevate Your Craft in 5-Axis Machining

We are looking for a highly skilled CNC Machinist, 5-Axis to join our team. This isn't a mind-numbing assembly line job—you will be working on a variety of low-volume, short-run projects, rapid prototyping, and complex, multi-axis customized tooling packages that demand true craftsmanship.

You will have the opportunity to leverage advanced multi-axis machining capabilities to solve intricate geometric challenges, ensuring the highest standards of quality and precision for our global customer base.

Key Responsibilities

• Multi-Axis Setup & Execution: Perform complex setups, operations, and first-article inspections on CNC vertical machining centers (Haas experience is a significant plus), optimizing setups for multi-axis/5-axis workflow efficiencies.
• Prototype & Short Runs: Efficiently execute rapid-turnaround prototypes, custom tooling packages, and short production runs.
• Material Versatility: Machine a wide variety of materials, adjusting speeds, feeds, and tooling selection appropriately based on material behaviors.
• Collaboration & Inspection: Work from blueprints, engineering drawings, and verbal instructions. Conduct rigorous in-process inspections to meet exacting tolerances.
• Team-Oriented Adaptability: Maintain manual mill and lathe proficiency to support the shop as needed, and pitch in with the team during critical crunches.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant CNC machining experience. Multi-axis/5-axis setup and operation experience is highly desirable.
• Technical Savvy: Strong proficiency in CNC vertical setups, operation, and part inspection. Manual mill and lathe experience is a strong plus.
• Mindset: Mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, organized, and a stellar problem-solver.
• Communication: Ability to clearly document and communicate in English (both written and verbal) and comfortably work from verbal instructions.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift and move portable shop equipment up to 75 pounds.
• Culture Fit: A polite, professional individual who thrives in a supportive, communicative, and fast-paced environment. Willingness to work periodic overtime to support growth demands.

Benefits & Perks

We take care of our team with a robust compensation package, including:

• Competitive hourly wage ($27.00 - $45.00/hr)
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• A supportive, continuous-learning workspace that values your individual contributions.

Important Application Note: Direct applicants only. Submissions from third-party recruiters, agencies, or representatives will not be considered.