Lathe Operator / Setup Machinist

OMW is a highly respected contract manufacturing company specializing in precision machining of custom metal and plastic parts for some of the world’s largest aerospace, electronics, and healthcare companies. We have recently been ranked one of the Top 100 Fastest Growing Private Companies in the Bay Area by the San Francisco Business Times.

About the role

We are seeking support for our weekend shift, which follows a 3–12-hour schedule. Setup Level Machinists will set up and operate 3-axis CNC Lathes with minimal assistance to produce complex machined aerospace parts. Operator-level machinists must have relevant lathe experience and be competent in diagnosing tool cutter issues related to production manufacturing. You may be required to help operate standard 3, 4, or 5-axis mills when needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain product quality through monitoring and adjusting CNC offsets as needed
• Apply a working knowledge of G and M codes to set and adjust offsets and interact with CNC programs
• Read prints and apply dimensional specifications to inspection processes
• Work with GD&T principles
• Visually inspect parts, troubleshoot tool degradation and breakage using visual techniques
• Research, comprehend, and retain job-related information and instructions
• Demonstrate flexibility within job disciplines and communicate effectively with trainers and co-workers
• Work overtime as required to meet customer schedules
• Maintain quality standards focusing on process improvements to reduce scrap
• Lift up to 40 lbs

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience working on CNC Lathes
• Setup experience with Hwacheon and DMG Mori Lathes with Fanuc Controls (preferred)
• Familiarity/Experience with Solidworks, HSMWorks, and Esprit Cam (preferred)
• Multi-axis Lathe with Live Tooling Experience (preferred)
• Experience with Aircraft grade Aluminum, Titanium, Stainless Steel, some High-Temperature Alloys, and Plastics
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Good English communication skills
• Must be a U.S. Person as defined by U.S. export control regulations (U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident, or certain Political Asylees/Refugees) and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work

Benefits

• 100% company-paid healthcare for the employee (85% for family)
• Generous paid time off accrual
• Retirement plan with company contribution
• Educational support
• Bonuses

Schedule

Weekend shift following a 3–12-hour schedule.