CNC Operator | CNC Machinist
Hiring bonus: $25 — Express Employment Professionals pays new hires who apply through this link. Terms are set by the agency.
- Agency
- Express Employment Professionals
- Location
- Rancho Cordova, CA
- Job type
- Permanent
- Pay
- $24.00-$31.00/HourlyRate
- Profession
- Machine Operator
- Industry
- Manufacturing & Production
- Posted
- Jun 2, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $27.50
- Weekly
- $1,100
- Yearly (full-time)
- $57,200
This job pays about $27.50/hour — 37% above the median for Machine Operator jobs in California ($20.03/hour).
Estimated from the hourly rate in the listing, 40 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Machine Operator jobs in California right now
- 12 open Machine Operator jobs in California from 1 agency, 2 of them in Rancho Cordova.
- Pay in these listings: $17.50 – $38.58/hour, median $19.29/hour.
- Typical Machine Operator pay in California: $20.03/hour ($41,662/year, BLS).
Job description
Express Employment Professionals
2255 Watt Ave Suite 50, Sacramento CA 95825Phone: 916-485-6923 CNC Machinist (CNC Operator)
📍 Rancho Cordova, CA
💲 $24.00 – $31.00/hour
💼 Full-TimeWe are working with a well-established precision manufacturing company to hire an experienced CNC Machinist . This is a great opportunity to join a team focused on high-quality, innovative components that support critical medical technologies.Position OverviewThis role is responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machines while ensuring precision and efficiency in production. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to support and guide junior machinists.Key Responsibilities
2255 Watt Ave Suite 50, Sacramento CA 95825Phone: 916-485-6923 CNC Machinist (CNC Operator)
📍 Rancho Cordova, CA
💲 $24.00 – $31.00/hour
💼 Full-TimeWe are working with a well-established precision manufacturing company to hire an experienced CNC Machinist . This is a great opportunity to join a team focused on high-quality, innovative components that support critical medical technologies.Position OverviewThis role is responsible for setting up, operating, and troubleshooting CNC machines while ensuring precision and efficiency in production. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to support and guide junior machinists.Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate 2- and 3-axis CNC machines (vertical, horizontal, and turning centers)
- Adjust feeds, speeds, and perform basic G-code edits
- Troubleshoot machining issues (dimensional and surface finish) and implement corrections
- Recommend process improvements and program optimizations
- Design and build simple fixtures (soft jaws, plates, etc.)
- Monitor tool wear and suggest tooling improvements
- Perform inspections using precision measuring tools (excluding complex 3D surfaces)
- Train and support less experienced machinists
- Maintain accurate job status updates and documentation
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 5 years of machining experience (4+ years on CNC equipment)
- Strong experience with CNC controls such as Fanuc, Mazak, or Haas
- Ability to set up, run, and inspect multi-axis jobs
- Proficient with inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)
- Solid understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
- Ability to read blueprints and follow technical instructions in English
- Ability to perform light to medium work (up to 50 lbs occasionally)
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