CNC Setup Machinist

Laborup • San Jose, CA

2d • $35 - $45 • Onsite

About The Position

We’re hiring CNC Setup Machinists for a precision machine shop supporting aerospace and semiconductor work in San Jose, California. You’ll set up and machine large, complex, tight-tolerance components using 3-axis mills, 5-axis machines, and CNC lathes. This is a hands-on role where you own your work from setup through inspection. You’ll interpret drawings and GD&T, make machine adjustments, inspect finished work, and troubleshoot machining issues in a clean, modern, advanced machine shop.

Requirements

• 5+ years of CNC milling experience
• Hands-on experience performing complex CNC setups
• Ability to independently set up CNC mills
• Strong blueprint reading and GD&T knowledge
• Experience making machine offsets and adjustments
• Proficiency with precision measuring equipment
• Strong CNC machining troubleshooting experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience with 5-axis CNC machining
• Experience operating CNC lathes
• Familiarity with Fanuc CNC controls
• Familiarity with Haas CNC controls
• Familiarity with Siemens CNC controls
• Experience using CMM inspection equipment
• Experience interpreting CAD models

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC machines for complex precision components.
• Install and indicate fixtures, tooling, and workpieces.
• Load CNC programs and verify machine setup.
• Make machine offsets and adjustments during production.
• Perform first-article and in-process dimensional inspections.
• Maintain effective cutting conditions and tight tolerances.
• Correct tool wear, chatter, workholding, and dimensional issues.

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• 401k
• PTO

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed