At Owens Industries, we don’t measure success by how many parts come off the line; we measure it by the micron. We aren't a production shop—we are a destination for machinists who are tired of "close enough" being the standard.
If you are looking for a place to mindlessly run cycles, this isn't it. If you are a craftsman who finds satisfaction in the friction of holding sub-micron tolerances on exotic materials for aerospace and defense systems, you’ve found the right shop.
Our clean, climate‑controlled facility is equipped with state‑of‑the‑art machining technology, and our team is made up of long‑tenured, highly skilled professionals who take pride in solving complex manufacturing challenges.
Position Summary
The Wire EDM Operator / Programmer is responsible for producing sub‑micron‑tolerance components using advanced EDM machining systems. You are the architect of your process—from programming and setup to final inspection. You will be working with world-class Agie-Charmilles technology, tackling geometry that would stump most shops. This is a role for the person who wants to test their mettle and sharpen their skills alongside a team obsessed with absolute precision.
Core Responsibilities
- Program, set up, and operate Wire EDM and Sinker EDM machines
- Achieve sub‑micron tolerances on exotic and difficult‑to‑machine materials
- Utilize advanced CAD/CAM systems
- Interpret complex blueprints and GD&T specifications
- Perform complete machine setups, fixturing, tooling, and offsets
- Conduct First Article Inspections (FAI) and in‑process inspections
- Troubleshoot machining and process issues
- Mentor junior machinists and reinforce best practices
- Ensure compliance with ITAR and AS/ISO 9100 requirements
Machines & Technology
- Agie‑Charmilles Wire EDM
- Agie‑Charmilles Sinker EDM
- Hermle C20 5‑Axis Machining Center
- Advanced CAD/CAM software
- Temperature‑controlled shop environment
Qualifications
- 7–10+ years Wire EDM experience
- 5+ years EDM programming and full machine setup
- Demonstrated ability to achieve sub‑micron tolerances
- Experience machining exotic materials such as Inconel andTitanium
- Strong CAD/CAM proficiency
- Advanced knowledge of GD&T and inspection methods
- Aerospace and defense experience preferred
- Ability to perform physical job duties which may include bending, lifting up to 55lbs, kneeling, climbing, crawling, and twisting, with or without a reasonable accommodation
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Pay based on experience
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Short and long‑term disability coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Monthly and quarterly employee drawings
- No weekend work
Apply today to join a team that truly believes in machining to achieve the impossible.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse and talented work team. Due to the highly specialized nature of our business and compliance with federal regulations, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States. We are unable to provide sponsorship. Furthermore, this position requires the candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status).
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- EDM : 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
