CNC Programmer / Machinist (3-Axis Mill & Surface Grinder)
Translarity, Inc. · Hutto, TX
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Travel
- Includes overnights
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level manufacturing role at Translarity, Inc. (industrial) in Hutto, TX. If you're looking for more than another production machining job, this is an opportunity to build precision components used in the semiconductor industry—the technology behind today's computers, AI, telecommunications, automotive electronics, and countless.
- They ask for
- 5+ years
- Tools it names
- DOE, CNC, Machining, Tooling
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · overnight travel
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$92k.
Median of the low and high ends of 73 live postings that list pay, out of 1207 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 111 other live manufacturing postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 4+)
Typical $85k–$105k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 44%
- ✓ Tooling 37%
- ✓ Machining 22%
- ✓ CNC 21%
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Stands out: this posting asks for DOE, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from Translarity, Inc.As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Experience: CNC experience required • Programming experience preferred
Machines: 3-Axis Vertical Mill • Surface Grinder
responsibilities
- ◆Training available for developing programmers
- ◆Modern manufacturing facility
- ◆Global technology company
- ◆100+ patented technologies
- ◆Overtime available
- ◆Career growth opportunities
🔩 Materials you'll work with
- ◆Precision metals used in semiconductor manufacturing
- ◆Advanced tooling materials
✅ What we're looking for
Required
- ✓CNC machining experience
- ✓Basic G-code knowledge
- ✓Ability to read blueprints and engineering drawings
- ✓Strong attention to detail
- ✓Willingness to learn and grow
- ✓Reliable attendance
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🔎 At a glance
Company: Translarity, Inc.
Location: Hutto, Texas (Austin Metro)
Pay: $20–$40/hour DOE
Swing Shift Differential: $1.50/hr shift differential + overtime
Grave Shift Differential: $3.00/hr shift differential + overtime
Join our team and earn a $1,000 sign-on bonus after successfully completing your 90-day introductory period .
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Monday–Thursday (2:00 PM–12:00 AM) or Friday–Sunday (6:00 AM–6:30 PM)
CAM Software: Mastercam 2020+ (preferred)
👍 Why join Translarity?
If you're looking for more than another production machining job, this is an opportunity to build precision components used in the semiconductor industry—the technology behind today's computers, AI, telecommunications, automotive electronics, and countless other products.
Translarity designs and manufactures advanced wafer probe solutions used by leading semiconductor manufacturers around the world. With headquarters in Silicon Valley, operations across North America and Asia, and more than 100 patents, the company continues to grow while investing in advanced manufacturing and engineering.
You'll join a small, collaborative machining team where your work has a direct impact on product quality and innovation. Experienced CNC programmers will have the opportunity to optimize machining processes and improve efficiency, while machinists looking to expand into programming will receive hands-on training and mentorship.
If you enjoy precision work, tight tolerances, continuous improvement, and learning new skills, this is an excellent long-term opportunity.
⚙️ What you'll be doing
- +Program, set up, and machine precision components on a CNC 3-axis vertical mill
- +Set up and operate a precision surface grinder for finished components
- +Create, edit, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC programs
- +Select tooling, speeds, feeds, and workholding for efficient machining
- +Read engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical specifications
- +Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to maintain tight tolerances
- +Partner with engineering and production teams to solve machining challenges
- +Perform routine machine maintenance and help improve manufacturing processes
🛠️ Machines, controls & software
Machines
- •CNC 3-Axis Vertical Mill
- •Precision Surface Grinder
Preferred Machine Brands
- +Haas
- +Okuma
CAM Software
- •Mastercam 2020+
Inspection Equipment
- •Calipers
- •Micrometers
- •Standard precision measuring equipment
⭐ Shop highlights
- •Semiconductor manufacturing
- •Precision machining environment
- •Small, collaborative team
- •Programming and machining
Preferred
- +5+ years of CNC machining and programming experience
- +CNC programming experience
- +Haas or Okuma machining experience
- +Surface grinding experience
- +Mastercam experience
- +Laser or micro-drilling experience
- +Semiconductor or precision tooling experience
👍 Why you'll like working here
- +Competitive pay based on experience
- +Shift differential opportunities
- +Consistent overtime available
- +Learn CNC programming from experienced machinists
- +Small team where your work makes an impact
- +Stable, growing semiconductor company
- +Modern precision manufacturing environment
- +Excellent opportunity for long-term career growth
💰 Pay, benefits & schedule
Pay
$20–$40/hour DOE
Additional earnings include
- •+$1.50/hour shift differential for qualifying evening, overnight, and weekend hours
- •Additional overtime differential opportunities
- •Overtime frequently available
Benefits
- •Medical insurance
- •Dental insurance
- •Vision insurance
- •401(k)
- •Paid Time Off
- •Paid Holidays
Schedule
Choose the schedule that best fits your lifestyle
Option 1
Monday–Thursday
2:00 PM–12:00 AM
Option 2
Friday–Sunday
6:00 AM–6:30 PM
Option 3
Monday-Thursday
12:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Option 4
Friday - Sunday
6:30 PM - 6:00 AM
Shift differentials apply to qualifying evening, overnight, and weekend hours. Overtime is regularly available for employees looking to maximize earnings.
🏭 About Translarity
Translarity is a global semiconductor technology company specializing in advanced wafer probe solutions used for semiconductor testing. With headquarters in Silicon Valley and manufacturing operations in Texas, California, Taiwan, Vietnam, and the Philippines, the company serves many of the world's leading semiconductor manufacturers.
Known for its innovation, Translarity holds more than 100 patents and continues to invest in advanced manufacturing technologies that improve semiconductor testing performance. Employees enjoy a collaborative environment where engineering, manufacturing, and continuous improvement work closely together to solve complex precision manufacturing challenges.
Whether you're an experienced CNC programmer or a machinist looking to expand your programming skills, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology while building a long-term career in one of manufacturing's fastest-growing industries.
🚀 Apply today
Ready to build precision components that help power the next generation of semiconductor technology?
Apply today through hireCNC and take the next step in your CNC machining career with Translarity.
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