CNC Lathe/ Mill Set Up and Operator – Full Time
Specialty Precision Machining · Stockton, California · Posted Jul 2, 2026
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CNC Lathe/ Mill Set Up and Operate – Full Time
We’re a well-established, busy job shop with a clean, organized work environment, looking to add another solid machinist to the team.
Our machine shop manufactures small-to mid-size stainless steel, aluminum, and plastic parts. We’re not a production line shop. The variety of work keeps the schedule moving and the routine from getting stale.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be responsible for keeping the machines running smoothly, checking in-process QC, catching issues early, validating measurements, and ensuring overall part compliance before sending them to the next operation.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Setting up and running Haas CNC mills and/or lathes
- Reading prints and holding tolerances
- Inspecting parts with calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc
- Keeping the machines and work areas clean and dialed in
- Handling light maintenance and basic troubleshooting
- Jumping in on shop needs — deburring, cosmetic finish work, laser marking, packaging, and general upkeep. Responsibilities are shared, and teamwork is essential to keeping the shop running smoothly.
What We’re Looking For
- 6+ years setting up and running CNC mills and/or lathes
- Solid understanding of GD&T
- Comfortable with inspection tools and measuring accurately
- Mechanically inclined with decent math and computer skills
- Detail Oriented
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
- Able to meet the physical requirements of the job (lifting up to 50lbs, bending, pulling, standing, etc.)
- Reliable, positive attitude, and willing to learn
- High school diploma (or equivalent)
- Able to read, write, and speak English
Nice-to-have (not required):
- Experience with Haas lathe, mill, saw, or programming using GibbsCam or SolidCam
- Familiarity with SolidWorks, JobBoss2, and/or Verisurf softwares
What You Get
- $30 - $40/hr depending on experience
- Monday–Friday, 8:00am–4:30pm (overtime available when we’re busy)
- Health, dental, and vision — company pays up to $750/month of your insurance after probationary period
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- State-sponsored retirement program with Roth IRA option
- Small-team environment where your work has a real impact
- On-the-job training for Haas Mills, Lathes, Doosan Lynx, and CMM with a Reinshaw PH20 head
If you’re looking for a place where you’re more than just a number and your effort shows, we’d like to talk. Apply today and grow with us!
(Principles Only. Recruiters, please do not contact this job poster.)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $40.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Understanding GD&T: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: In person