Precision CNC Machining Center Operator -- Horizontal & Vertical Mills
WORKERS.COM
Santa Cruz, CA, USA
6/14/2022
Manufacturing
Full Time
Job Description
Job DescriptionPrecision CNC Machining Center Operator — Horizontal & Vertical Mills
Where: Livermore, CA
Shifts available now: 1st and 2nd
Machines in play: Horizontal Mills, Vertical Mills, CNC Lathes, Mill-Turn Lathes
Pay: Based on your experience, skill depth, and the equipment you can set up and operate.
Is this you?
- Can you choose the right fixture and tooling to hit spec the first time?
- Do you tweak feeds, speeds, and tooling paths to nail accuracy and finish?
- Are you the person who notices a temperature change, coolant drop, or tool wear before it becomes a problem?
- Do you interpret cutting plans and make control edits to correct minor issues?
- Will you partner with engineers and supervisors to keep prints, plans, and parts in sync—and suggest changes when needed?
What you’ll handle
- Setups: mount fixtures, attachments, and tools per job requirements.
- Process control: adjust spindle/feed rates, tooling, and cut style for precision.
- In-process checks: watch the cut, correct errors quickly, and prevent defects.
- Machine care: monitor temperatures, warm-up/cool-down appropriately, maintain coolant.
- Programming interface: review cutting plans, load into the control, and modify as necessary.
- Final inspection: verify accuracy and uniformity to uphold our quality reputation.
- Preventive maintenance: lube, clean, and swap tools on daily/weekly/monthly intervals.
Important: No programming positions are open at this time. Programming familiarity is still a plus.
Must have
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of hands-on CNC machine operation.
- Comfort using hand tools and maintaining machinery.
- Familiarity with programming concepts and interpreting CNC software.
Nice to have
- Strong troubleshooting/problem-solving capability.
- Precision mindset with a commitment to quality standards.
- Ability to understand G-code.
Ready to get started in Livermore? Apply now.
