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Company: Translarity, Inc.
Location: Hutto, Texas (Austin Metro)
Pay: $20–$40/hour DOE + 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)
Experience: CNC experience required • Programming experience preferred
Machines: 3-Axis Vertical Mill • Surface Grinder
Controls: Haas (preferred) • Okuma (preferred)
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 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 forRequired

• 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

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 & schedulePay

$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

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.