CNC Programmer / Setup Machinist

Job Title: CNC Programmer / Setup Machinist
Location: Ventura County, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay: $30–$40/hr (DOE)

Job Summary

• Seeking a hands-on CNC Programmer / Setup Machinist with strong shop experience
• Primary focus is CNC programming, machine setup, and production machining
• SolidWorks knowledge required for supporting design and basic part adjustments
• Role is primarily shop-based with some office/design work (approx. 60–70% shop / 30–40% office)

Key Responsibilities

• Program, set up, and operate CNC mills and lathes
• Perform manual machining when needed
• Interpret and work from technical drawings and blueprints
• Support SolidWorks-based part design and modifications
• Assist with new product development and prototyping
• Troubleshoot machining and production issues
• Work closely with engineering and production teams
• Support process improvements and shop efficiency

Qualifications

• Strong CNC machining and setup experience required
• CNC programming experience required
• SolidWorks experience required (design support role, not primary focus)
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings
• Strong hands-on shop background preferred over engineering-only experience
• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment

Preferred Experience with Equipment & Software

• Haas CNC mills and lathes
• Omax waterjet
• Bystronic press brake
• SolidWorks
• CAMWorks or similar CAM software

Skills

• CNC programming & setup
• Machine operation (CNC & manual)
• Blueprint reading
• Problem-solving in a shop environment
• Basic CAD support (SolidWorks)

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and machine shop setting
• Hands-on, fast-paced production environment
• Split between shop floor and office work
• Collaborative engineering and production team