Divergent

Lead CNC Machinist (PM Shift)

Torrance, California, United States

Sponsorship not specified$52k-$62kDetected 7 days ago

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About the role

Foster strong fundamentals and cross-team collaboration, serving as a cultural and technical role model on the shop floor.
Troubleshoot complex machining challenges including tooling performance, fixture alignment, machine limitations, and process instability.
Production Ownership & Continuous Improvement

The environment demands tight cross-functional collaboration with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and program teams to ensure daily execution aligns with long-term build plans.
Lead CNC Machinist / T04: $52.00 - $62.00
Act as a floor lead, coordinating the work of peer machinists, managing a high workload, and providing daily direction to maintain production continuity across shifts.
Support machining execution for complex prototype and production hardware.
Support machine recovery and process troubleshooting with minimal supervision.
Collaborate with engineering teams to improve manufacturability and machining efficiency.
Develop and refine machining strategies including tooling, fixturing, setup methodology, and programming approaches.
Drive improvements in cycle time, setup reduction, tooling performance, and process repeatability.
Support implementation of advanced machining techniques and additive manufacturing workflows where applicable.
Collaborate with management to define and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring the entire team executes work to established standards.

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
5-8 years of CNC machining experience with strong multi-axis machining expertise.
Advanced proficiency with Siemens and Heidenhain controllers.
Experience implementing dynamic work offsets and advanced setup methodologies.
Ability to operate independently with strong technical ownership.
assist the supervisor and act as their delegate when required.

Experience machining additively manufactured components.
Familiarity with gantry CNC systems and advanced machining technologies.
Experience supporting rapid production or prototype manufacturing environments.
Work Environment
This role operates in a fast-paced, high-mix production environment where priorities can shift rapidly based on engineering changes, supply chain constraints, and program milestones.
Success in this environment requires hands-on engagement on the shop floor, strong systems knowledge, and the ability to anticipate and resolve scheduling risks before they impact key deliverables.
The culture emphasizes proactive communication, data-driven decision making, and continuous improvement to meet aggressive program timelines while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and efficiency
CNC Machinist / T05: $60.00 - $72.00

Right to Work
Our company participates in E-Verify.
This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish)
Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)
No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls pl

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job.
Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.

Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge.
We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options.
Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.

Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company.
Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic.
Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act.
In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position.
From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work.
Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

E-Verify: Right to Work
E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate's eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9).
The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases.
Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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