Senior CNC Machinist

$67,205 - $100,797/Yr

Divergent Agency - Torrance, CA

Full-time - Senior

Torrance, CA

Sporting Goods, Hobby, Musical Instrument, Book, and Miscellaneous Retailers

About the position

As a Senior CNC Machinist at Divergent, you will be responsible for executing all aspects of the machining workflow, including tool preparation, setup, machining, inspection, maintenance, and general shop activities. This role supports the machining of prototype components for high-performance vehicles and involves collaboration with programmers and engineers to implement new machining programs. You will also contribute to the development of innovative machining technologies and processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced machining projects in the automotive and 3D printing industries
• Set up and operate 3-axis and 5-axis mills, 5-axis gantry machines, and CNC lathes
• Set up fixturing, tools, and hardware for parts to be machined
• Machine first article parts including prototype suspension, powertrain, and chassis components for high-performance vehicle platforms
• Inspect and verify critical features using metrology tools, such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and machine probing
• Perform machine maintenance and assist with general shop activities
• Participate in the programming process to provide manufacturing guidance for new parts and programs
• Interpret drawings using understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
• Contribute to the development, testing, and validation of innovative machining processes related to additive manufacturing

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 10+ years experience in CNC machine setup and operation, in an automotive, aerospace, medical, or similar manufacturing environment
• Total familiarity with CNC machine setup, operation, processes, maintenance, and best practices in a prototype setting
• Fluent in G-code (Haas/Fanuc) and familiar with other programming languages
• Exceptional in the machining of complex first-article parts
• Capable of creating new machine setups that accurately locate machined parts and provide rigid work holding, using industry best-practices
• Comfortable using hand tools, performing light fabrication, and using manual mills/lathes
• Able to use basic metrology tools (calipers, bore gauges, etc.), read drawings, and understand GD&T
• Leads by example, fostering a culture of collaboration, professional excellence, and alignment with organizational values.

Nice-to-haves

• Completion of related technical program, associates, or similar
• Familiarity with Haas, Siemens, and Heidenhain controllers
• General understanding of automotive systems

Benefits

• Holistic Compensation Package including competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities
• Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown
• Paid parental leave
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options
• Company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
• Reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment