Job Description

Job Location: Anatometal - Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Salary Range: $26.00 - $32.00 Hourly

Join Anatometal, a leading name in body jewelry manufacturing located in beautiful Santa Cruz, CA, serving a dedicated worldwide customer base since 1991. At Anatometal, we deeply value our team, offering comprehensive training and opportunities for leadership and skill development.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced CNC Machinist to join our precision manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will independently set up, program, and operate CNC machines to produce complex, high-tolerance parts. You will interpret blueprints, perform rigorous quality inspections, and ensure all production targets are met safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
•    Programming & Setup: Write, edit, and optimize CNC programs (G-code/M-code). Set up, adjust, and fixture mills and lathes to strict specifications.
•    Blueprint Reading: Analyze complex engineering drawings, CAD models, and work orders to determine the optimal machining sequence.
•    Machining & Monitoring: Load raw materials, monitor feeds and speeds, and observe machine operations to ensure quality cutting and shaping.
•    Maintenance: Perform routine and preventive maintenance on equipment to ensure peak operating performance.
•    Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve tooling, programming, or mechanical errors to minimize downtime.

Qualifications & Requirements
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Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of hands-on experience as a CNC Machinist, Programmer, or Setup Operator.
•    Technical Skills: Proficiency with controls such as [e.g., Fanuc, Haas, Mazak, Okuma].
•    Math & Geometry: Strong working knowledge of shop math, trigonometry, and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
•    Physical Demands: Ability to stand for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, and lift/move up to 50 lbs.
•    Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Trade/vocational school certification or completion of a recognized apprenticeship is preferred.
Benefits & Perks
•    Competitive Salary: $26-$32 per year (based on experience)
•    Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
•    401(k) with employer matching
•    Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
•    Opportunities for career advancement and continuing education

Qualifications

Experience:
- Machining: 5 years (Required)