CNC Machinist
Listed on 2026-09-16
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Manufacturing / Production
CNC Machinist, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations
Job Title:
CNC Machinist
Location:
San Jose CA 95131
Employment Type:
Full-Time Direct Hire with comprehensive benefits
Industry:
Aerospace
Compensation: $40/hr.
Schedule:
First Shift Monday-Friday
Acara Solutions is seeking a Senior CNC Mill Set Up Machinist to join our client on a Full-Time Direct Hire opportunity in San Jose CA 95131
About the Opportunity:The Senior CNC Mill Set Up Machinist will set up and operate CNC mills, machine complex parts to customer specifications, troubleshoot machining issues, support new program prove-outs, and mentor less experienced machinists.
Responsibilities- Set up and run new and repeat CNC mill jobs independently.
- Machine complex parts in various materials.
- Select cutting tools, speeds, feeds, fixtures, and work-holding methods.
- Prove out new CNC programs with the Programming team.
- Use CNC controls, including macros, and edit G-code at the machine.
- Design and manufacture fixtures and work holding using MDI or manual machines.
- Inspect parts to tolerances as tight as 0.0001" using GD&T.
- Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and process issues.
- Estimate job completion times and record job, setup, and cycle-time data.
- Mentor less experienced machinists.
- Follow quality, safety, CNC programming, and company procedures.
- Maintain production records, part counts, and a clean work area.
Acara is a premier recruiting and workforce solutions provider-we help companies compete for talent. With a legacy of experience in various industries worldwide, we partner with clients, listen to their needs, and customize visionary talent solutions that drive desired business outcomes. We leverage decades of experience to deliver contingent staffing, direct placement, executive search, and workforce services worldwide.
Job Requirements What You'll Bring:- High school diploma/GED and 3-5 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- CNC mill setup and machining experience.
- Experience machining complex parts.
- Knowledge of cutting tools, speeds, feeds, fixtures, and work holding.
- G-code editing and CNC macro experience.
- GD&T and precision inspection experience.
Ability to read engineering drawings and technical documentation. - Strong troubleshooting and communication skills.
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, Talent Rise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.
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