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Machine Operator III

Tempe,AZ💼 Full-time💰 $20–$20🗓 2026-09-16 → 2026-09-26

Core

Operate major shop tools and standard machine shop equipment to produce prototype and production parts, modifications, and repairs while maximizing material efficiency.

Role type

Senior Machine Operator / Team Lead

Builds

Prototype parts, production parts, modifications, and repairs for in-house manufacturing and engineering teams

Domain

Manufacturing / Machine Shop

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

CNC operation, Laser operation, Water Jet operation, Sheet Metal Brake operation, Manual Mill operation, Manual Lathe operation, Forklift operation, Crane operation, Surface grinding, Drill press operation, Band saw operation, Routers operation, Trigonometry, Part nesting, Machine set-up planning, Safety compliance

Preferred skills

Team lead coordination, Subject matter guidance, Complex problem solving, Material waste reduction

Technologies

CNC Router, Laser, Water Jet, Sheet Metal Brake, Teflon Press, Manual Mill, Manual Lathe, Fork Lift, Cranes, Surface grinders, Drill presses, Sanders, Band saws, Routers

Responsibilities

Safely operate major shop tools to produce parts and perform repairs; Plan and perform complex and moderately complex machine set-ups; Nest parts to maximize material efficiency; Support in-house customers with a customer service approach; Maintain cleanliness of the work area and ensure safety compliance; Serve as team lead allocating work and providing guidance to junior members.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team lead responsibilities

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