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CNC Operator

$23 - $27 per hour

Staffmark

Now hiring for a CNC Operator

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Pay Rate: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Shifts Available: 1st, 2nd, and weekend


Crank It Up: We're Hiring Machine Pros Like You.


Looking for CNC Operator jobs in Santa Clara where dependable work keeps production moving? This opportunity lets you operate manufacturing equipment, monitor product quality, and help produce consistent results in a safe, fast-paced production environment.

Education Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED preferred.
  • Technical training or manufacturing education is beneficial.
Experience Requirement
  • Previous manufacturing experience preferred
  • Experience operating CNC equipment or Swiss Screw machines preferred
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and blueprints
  • Strong attention to detail and quality standards
  • Ability to work independently and follow directions
Job Duties
  • Set up and operate Swiss Screw and CNC machines
  • Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and specifications
  • Program machine functions using computer commands
  • Load raw materials and prepare machines for production
  • Run first-piece inspections to verify specifications are met
  • Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as needed
  • Inspect and measure finished products for quality and accuracy
  • Maintain production standards while working safely and efficiently
Physical Capabilities
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive production tasks throughout the shift.
  • Ability to lift materials, components, or finished products weighing up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment while maintaining awareness of moving machinery.
  • Ability to wear required personal protective equipment and work safely in a manufacturing environment.
Benefits
  • Competitive Weekly Pay
  • Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Life and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
  • Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
  • Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for training and advancement.

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What You Will Do


As a CNC Operator you will operate, monitor, adjust, and maintain manufacturing equipment to produce quality products according to production schedules and established procedures. You will inspect finished products, replenish materials, identify equipment issues, perform routine machine checks, maintain production records, and support safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

The CNC Operator supports manufacturing by operating production equipment according to established procedures and quality standards. This role requires mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently in fast-paced production environments.


A successful CNC Operator understands machine operation, product inspection, material handling, and equipment monitoring while maintaining productivity and workplace safety. Reliable performance contributes directly to manufacturing success.


This career offers rewarding opportunities for individuals who enjoy manufacturing and machine operation.
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