Machinist / Model Maker III

Job Description

Job Description

Machinist / Model Maker III
Sonoma County, CA | On-site
$40–$60 per hour, depending on experience

Bring your precision machining expertise to a stable manufacturing firm where your work will help turn new product concepts into working prototypes.

As part of the Design Engineering team, you’ll support R&D by programming CNC equipment and designing and building prototypes, tooling, dies, jigs, fixtures, and mold tools. This is a hands-on opportunity for an experienced machinist who enjoys solving technical challenges and collaborating with engineers.

What you’ll do

• Set up, program, and operate CNC equipment, including four-axis mills, lathes, and Swiss-type lathes with live tooling and sub-spindles.
• Develop G-code using CAM software and operate manual mills, lathes, grinders, and drill presses.
• Read engineering drawings and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Build and inspect precision components, prototypes, and tooling.
• Recommend equipment and tooling to support new product development.
• Prepare cost and material estimates for prototypes, tooling, and short production runs.
• Support equipment qualification activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ, and maintain project documentation under ISO 13485 requirements.
• Maintain shop equipment, tooling, and materials while following safety procedures.

What you’ll bring

• Fifteen years of related machining and model-making experience.
• A high school diploma or GED and completion of a machine tool technology program.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming, CAD/CAM, G-code, and high-speed machining techniques.
• Experience selecting cutting tools, feeds, and speeds for different materials.
• Proficiency with precision inspection tools and shop math.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, organization, and attention to detail.

For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.

We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.

Pay & Benefits Transparency
Nelson Connects provides compensation ranges for all job postings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws. The compensation range listed represents a good faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting for the specific position and work location, or locations where the role may be performed.

Eligible temporary associates may have access to medical, dental, vision, HSA, EAP, life/AD&D, short-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan options, commuter benefits, paid sick leave where mandated, and other state or locally required benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

Where applicable, postings will describe any additional benefits, paid leave, bonus or incentive opportunities, commissions, and other forms of compensation specific to that position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on skills, experience, worksite location, shift, and other legitimate business factors.

Fair Chance Hiring
Nelson Connects will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local fair chance and ban-the-box laws.

Temporary Assignment Disclosure
For temporary or temporary-to-hire assignments, the job posting will identify the worksite location, anticipated schedule, pay rate or range, nature of the assignment, and other information required under applicable state or local law.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodation
Nelson Connects is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.

At Nelson Connects, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to ensuring that every aspect of our hiring and interview process is accessible and supportive. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist in your job search or application process, please contact us.

Company Description

For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you. \r\rWe are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success. \r\rPay & Benefits Transparency\rNelson Connects provides compensation ranges for all job postings in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws. The compensation range listed represents a good faith estimate of base pay at the time of posting for the specific position and work location, or locations where the role may be performed.\r\rEligible temporary associates may have access to medical, dental, vision, HSA, EAP, life/AD&D, short-term disability, 401(k) retirement plan options, commuter benefits, paid sick leave where mandated, and other state or locally required benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.\r\rWhere applicable, postings will describe any additional benefits, paid leave, bonus or incentive opportunities, commissions, and other forms of compensation specific to that position. Actual compensation offered may vary based on skills, experience, worksite location, shift, and other legitimate business factors.\r\rFair Chance Hiring\rNelson Connects will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local fair chance and ban-the-box laws.\r\rTemporary Assignment Disclosure\rFor temporary or temporary-to-hire assignments, the job posting will identify the worksite location, anticipated schedule, pay rate or range, nature of the assignment, and other information required under applicable state or local law.\r\rEqual Employment Opportunity & Accommodation\rNelson Connects is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under applicable law.\r\rAt Nelson Connects, we welcome applicants of all abilities and are committed to ensuring that every aspect of our hiring and interview process is accessible and supportive. If you require a reasonable accommodation to assist in your job search or application process, please contact us.