Automotive, Manufacturing, Additive Manufacturing, AI, Robotics

Manufacturing Technician Hiring Event - Saturday, November 21

Long Beach, CAOnsiteFull TimeEntry-level (exp-based)$30–$70 /hrPosted 5 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

Additive Manufacturing Technician
Metrology & Inspection Technician
Deburring Technician
CNC Machinist
5-Axis Milling
Turning
aerospace
automotive
precision components
engineering specifications

Nice to have

aerospace industries
automotive industries
highly technical equipment
industrial 3D printers
lasers
robotics

Role summary

Divergent is hiring for several manufacturing technician roles, including Additive Manufacturing Technician, Metrology & Inspection Technician, Deburring Technician, and CNC Machinist. These roles involve operating and maintaining specialized equipment, ensuring quality standards, and working with precision components in the aerospace and automotive industries. Experience with specific machinery, measurement tools, and quality standards is required or preferred, depending on the role. The positions are on an alternate work schedule with shift differentials for second shifts. The company offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including equity and professional development opportunities.

Divergent is building the new industrial age. Every day, our teams design, manufacture, and assemble advanced systems for some of the world’s most demanding industries. Our integrated engineering and manufacturing platform transforms complex designs into production-ready solutions, helping customers move faster, build smarter, and deliver critical systems when they matter most. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs and supports leading U.S. aerospace and defense companies.

Join us and help push the boundaries of what can be built.

Purpose

Divergent will be hosting an invitation only HIRING EVENT on Saturday, November 21st.

Due to extensive growth, we will be opening a second factory and have several new opportunities that we are actively hiring for.

At the hiring event we will be considering candidates for the following opportunities:

Additive Manufacturing Technician
Metrology & Inspection Technician
Deburring Technician
CNC Machinist

Each of these roles is on an Alternate Work Schedule. This is a 3 - 4 x 11 rotating shift working alternating Wednesdays.

Shifts Available:

Sun - Wed 1st shift (5am - 4:30pm)

Sun - Wed 2nd shift (4pm - 3:30am)

Wed - Sat 1st shift (5 am - 4:30pm)

Wed - Sat 2nd shift (4pm - 3:30am)

A 6% shift differential is offered for 2nd shift

Please apply online and you will be contacted by our recruiting team regarding next steps.

Additive Manufacturing Technician

The Additive Manufacturing Technician will support the production of high-quality, precision components by operating and maintaining additive manufacturing and post-processing equipment in a safe, efficient, and FOD-free environment. In this role, technicians will execute daily manufacturing operations, monitor equipment and production processes, and ensure parts meet engineering, quality, and customer specifications. Responsibilities include following work instructions, maintaining material and powder controls, performing routine equipment maintenance, documenting production activities, and supporting post-processing operations. Qualified candidates will have at least 1 year of hands-on experience in additive manufacturing or a relevant manufacturing environment, preferably within the aerospace or automotive industries. Ideal candidates will have strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, computer skills, and experience working with highly technical equipment such as industrial 3D printers, lasers, robotics, EDM, or CNC machinery. Familiarity with ISO9001/AS9100 or similar quality standards is a plus.

Metrology & Inspection Technician

The Metrology & Inspection Technician will uphold high-quality standards within the inspection teams by delivering accurate metrology data & inspection reports ensuring parts are compliant with engineering specifications. In this role, you will be using scanners such as FARO, Romer, and ScanBox to acquire scan data. Qualified candidates will have at least 1 year of experience working as a quality inspector within the aerospace, automotive or other relevant production environment and will have a familiarity with GD&T. Ideal candidates will have experience using precision tools such as calipers, micrometers and height or pin gauges as well as inspection equipment like CMM and programs such as Zeiss Inspect, PC-DMIS, Polyworks or Verisurf.

Deburring Technician

Our Deburr Technicians perform post-machining operations to prepare precision metal components for aerospace, defense, and automotive applications. Responsibilities include removing burrs and sharp edges, grinding, polishing, hand finishing, and cleaning metal parts while maintaining strict quality standards. Qualified candidates will have 1–3 years of hands-on manufacturing experience, ideally in aerospace or another precision production environment. Experience using hand tools, die grinders, rotary tools, pneumatic tools, and other metal finishing equipment is highly valued. Candidates should be comfortable reading blueprints and work instructions, using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers, and following detailed quality and safety procedures. Direct deburring experience is preferred, but candidates with metal fabrication, grinding, or other hands-on metalworking experience are encouraged to attend.

CNC Machinists & Specialists: 5-Axis Milling / Turning

Our CNC Machinists & Specialists set up, operate, and optimize advanced 5-axis milling, CNC turning, and mill-turn equipment to manufacture complex, high-precision components. Qualified candidates will have strong hands-on machining experience, including complex setups, tooling, fixturing, GD&T, precision inspection, and troubleshooting. Specialist-level candidates should demonstrate expertise in process optimization, advanced machining strategies, and mentoring other machinists. Experience with Siemens, Heidenhain, or Fanuc controllers, dynamic work offsets, and machining complex alloys is highly valued.

Basic Requirement for all roles

Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls

Compensation

At Divergent, our pay range is based on the level of the job. Your pay will vary depending on the role you are hired for and your level of experience. The recruiter will be able to provide additional information.

Pay Range$30—$70 USD

What We Offer Our Regular, Full-Time Employees:

Holistic Compensation Package: 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.

Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.

Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: 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 OpportunityDivergent 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.EEO Poster

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 WorkOur company participates in E-Verify. 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. 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)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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