Serpa Packaging Solutions is an industry-leading U.S. manufacturer of custom, high-quality packaging automation systems for Fortune 1000 manufactures from over 14 different markets including pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, personal care, cosmetic, medical device, and food. We provide innovative turnkey solutions, coupled with installation assistance, service, and support capabilities that consistently offer our customers complete and reliable solutions. Our line of products include balcony-style cartoners, case packers, tray packers, leaflet feeders, shrink wrappers, shrink bundlers, robotic palletizers, integration and validation services, and 24/7 service support. Our commitment to service, quality, and innovation has allowed us to serve some of the largest companies around the world. And as a privately-owned, family-cultured organization based out of the Central California community of Visalia - commonly known as the gateway to our nearby National Parks (Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon), we are not only passionate about our products and our customers, but also our community and our employees who truly are the leaders to the company’s success! Our organization has collectively supported over 12 non-profit organizations locally, and to this day, we also remain committed to supporting our community together each and every year. Learn more about our team, products, culture and values by viewing "The Serpa Legacy" section towards the bottom of this job posting. 

Our Perks (include):

• Specialized manufacturing experience working alongside teams of seasoned industry leaders at a 30+ year manufacturer of high-quality automation systems that integrate state-of-the-art technology, including FANUC robotics.
• Competitive pay + health insurance packages (medical, dental, vision, and life).
• Long-term investment options via 401K with company price matching.
• Comprehensive time off benefits (includes paid vacation time, sick time, company holidays, and birthdays). 
• Exceptionally affordable Housing + overall Cost Of Living (COL) near company facility in Visalia. San Francisco Housing costs are 450.2% greater than Visalia.
• Gateway access to nearby National Parks (Yosemite, Sequoia & Kings Canyon).
• Team Serpa Events – company social events held throughout the year, which include employee luncheons, holiday celebrations, team building, and more.
• Invitation to Serpa Gives Back – our organization’s yearly charity program where our employees proudly and collectively continue to support over 12 non-profit organizations.
• Access to Serpa News – our company newsletter on everything fun and new at Serpa.

Serpa Packaging Solutions is seeking a CNC Operator/Machinist to join our Machine Shop Team! The CNC Operator/Machinist will be tasked with fabricating quality parts on a CNC vertical mill machine. The CNC Operator/Machinist loads parts in the machine, cycles the machine, detects malfunctions in machine operations, conducts parts setups, communicates with co-workers regarding productions runs, and will help maintain a safe, organized and clean work environment. The ideal candidate will have previous experience operating a CNC, have solid ability to read blueprints, and be attentive to fabricate parts accurately timley within production schedule.

This is an opportunity for a passionate CNC Operator/Machinist leader to become a part of a growing, world-class company of high-quality automation machinery manufactured in California. If you have a passion and drive for fabricating custom, high-quality parts and thrive in a fast-paced work environment, look no further – this opportunity is for you!

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Set up and operate CNC machinery properly and efficiently.
• Load parts, proving tapes, cycle machines, operating controls, setting offsets, simple edits, and inspection of quality parts for conformance to production requirements.
• Studies and interprets drawings, manuals, specifications or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operations and setup requirements.
• Measures and marks dimensions and reference points on material or work pieces as a guide for subsequent machining.
• Selects proper tools and ensures efficient machining production.
• Collaborate and receive instruction from CNC Programmer(s), experienced machine operators, and supervisors.
• Monitor output and proper operation of mechanical equipment.
• Recommend and/or make mechanical adjustments to ensure parts are meeting quantity and quality requirements.
• Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers and calipers, and fixtures and gauges to check work.
• Communicate recommendations to modify processes to improve productivity and quality.

• Associate’s Degree/Certification in related field desired, but not required.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in CNC Machining.
• Able to select proper tooling and machining resources for accurate manufacturing of parts.
• Able to read instrumentation and gauges for measurement purposes.
• Blueprint parts reading capabilities.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Able to work well under own initiative and in a team environment.
• Able to follow workplace protocol to ensure a healthy, safe, and organized environment.

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform job duties that require standing, kneeling, crouching, twisting upper body, working in cramped spaces.
• Physical effort that may include the lifting of supplies and materials that weigh up to 40 pounds.

The Serpa Legacy

Fernando Serpa, owner and founder of Serpa Packaging Solutions, began his career in the packaging equipment industry in Service. Through his hard work and ambition, Fernando eventually founded Serpa Packaging Solutions in 1985. The company has steadily and organically grown over the years ever since. We have been recognized by Inc.'s 5000 Fastest Growing Companies four years in a row and we have established ourselves as the industry-leading manufacturer of high-quality, reliable, innovative secondary packaging systems. Fernando’s inspiring story of founding and developing the company is a true testament that anything can be accomplished through hard work, faith, and dedication.

With now over 30 years of experience in the packaging industry, Serpa Packaging Solutions is the only U.S. manufacturer able to provide solutions superior to those from European manufacturers. We remain proactive in offering customers advanced features, design, and technology, which includes integration of FANUC robotics since 2008 and rapid changeover technology since our inception. We are an innovative and growing company that continuously invests in research for the development of new products and services, which includes our patented P320 High Speed Casepacker, P200 Casepacker, P100 Cartoner, Robotic Palletizer, High Speed Automated Insert Feeding System, and our ModPack Semi-Auto Case Packer with Serialization revealed at Pack Expo 2017.

We welcome you to take a further look at our Team Serpa culture and values by visiting our Serpa Careers page (www.bit.ly/serpacareers). To see videos of our products running in action, please visit our Serpa YouTube channel (www.bit.ly/serpatechnology) and company page (www.serpapackaging.com).

Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Your Right to Work 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.