CNC Machining Specialist - (Turning Focus)

The role

The CNC Machining Specialist develops and executes precision machining strategies with an emphasis on CNC turning. This role involves leading setups, optimizing processes, and mentoring machinists in a fast-paced production environment.

What you will do

• Lead setup, operation, and optimization of CNC turning centers.
• Execute machining and grinding across 3-axis, 3+2, and 5-axis mills.
• Own first article through production runs.
• Apply GD&T to validate setups and machining strategies.
• Define machining strategies including tooling selection and workholding.
• Troubleshoot machining challenges like chatter and tool wear.
• Partner with engineering to drive Design for Manufacturability.
• Drive continuous improvement for cycle time and scrap reduction.
• Develop setup sheets, work instructions, and process standards.
• Mentor machinists and operators on turning best practices.

Required qualifications

• Extensive experience operating CNC turning centers (2-axis, live tooling, mill-turn, or multi-axis lathes).
• Strong cross-functional machining experience including milling (3-axis, 3+2, 5-axis) and grinding.
• Proficiency with Siemens, Fanuc, and Heidenhain controllers.
• Advanced understanding of GD&T and its application in precision machining.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and optimize machining processes.
• Experience machining complex components in aluminum, steels, titanium, and nickel-based alloys (Inconel).
• Demonstrated experience with advanced setup techniques.
• Hands-on experience taking parts from first article through production.
• Ability to create clear setup documentation and standardized machining processes.
• Experience mentoring or leading other machinists on the shop floor.
• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls

Nice to have

• Familiarity with large-format or gantry-style machining systems.
• Experience Machining additively manufactured components or hybrid workflows.
• Strong manual machining skills.
• Experience in high-rate production or rapid development environments.
• Experience in CAD/CAM software/environments (NX CAM preferred).
• Strong understanding of G-code.
• Experience with writing probing routines for on machine part inspections.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Equity plan
• Discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• Company holidays
• Year-end shutdown
• Paid parental leave
• HMO and Premium PPO options
• Company-sponsored life insurance
• Short and long term disability coverage
• Reimbursement for learning and development initiatives

Before you apply

• Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
• Company participates in E-Verify

About the company

Divergent is a Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies. Their integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions.