Set-up Technician

Join Our Team as a CNC Programmer/Set Up Technician

Dependable. Enthusiastic. Driven to succeed. If this sounds like you, bring your manufacturing expertise to a role that directly impacts cutting-edge technology delivered to our global customers.

For over 75 years, Precision Resource has been a family-owned leader in precision metal component and assembly production using the fineblanking method. We proudly partner with industry giants in automotive, aerospace, medical, defense, and more to tackle their toughest quality, cost, and production challenges.

Why Join Precision Resource? We believe in taking care of our employees, offering:

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with matching and profit-sharing programs.
• Annual bonus based on division profitability.
• Paid vacation and flexible holidays.
• Wellness programs and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Tuition reimbursement and paid training opportunities.
• A welcoming team with long-term employees who are passionate about what they do.

About the Role

Our California Division in Huntington Beach seeks a skilled CNC Programmer/Set-Up Technician to join our innovative Engineering team. This position plays a key role in improving existing manufacturing processes, integrating automation, and supporting daily operations through machining process development, new equipment setup and troubleshooting.

What You'll Do

• CNC Programming: Create CNC programs for mills (vertical, horizontal and 5 axis) and lathes for new parts and improve the machining strategy for existing parts
• Integrate Machinery: Incorporate new machinery and equipment into the production process seamlessly.
• Setup & Troubleshooting: Perform hands-on setup and resolve issues with manufacturing and automation equipment.
• Fixture Design: Create fixtures for CNC machining and CMM inspection.
• Drive Improvement: Recommend and implement enhancements to manufacturing methods, equipment, and operating procedures, with a focus on CNC machining and automation.
• Continuous Improvement: Support team leaders and members in evaluating and implementing ongoing improvement projects.

What You Bring

• Technical Skills: CNC programming experience, ideally with Mastercam. Experience with 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks. Proficiency in reading and understanding drawings and schematics. Familiarity with controls, industrial robotics, conveyor systems, and PLC programming is valued.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing environment. At least 3 years of manual machining experience. 3+ years of CNC machining and programming experience. EDM expertise (a highly valued plus). 5-axis CNC machining expertise (a plus).

To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR 120.15).

Precision Resource is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.