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Quality Control Machinist

5/8/2026

The role involves operating manual and CNC machinery to produce prototype parts while conducting comprehensive quality inspections and audits. The candidate will act as a technical lead to bridge the gap between engineering and production through precise metrology and data integrity.

Salary

20 - 32 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Balanced Body® believes that movement can change people’s lives. We are the leading resource for Pilates equipment, information and education for fitness centers, studios, rehabilitation facilities and home enthusiasts. Founded in 1976, the company was the first to substantially update Joseph Pilates'​ equipment with state-of-the-art engineering, materials and technology. Ken Endelman, the company's CEO and founder, has been awarded 26 U.S. patents for his inventions.   Headquartered in Sacramento, Calif., where all its equipment is designed and manufactured, the company actively promotes Pilates to the fitness industry, the medical profession and the media. The company established the 1-800-PILATES service and online Studio Finder to help the public locate instructors and studios in their area. This free service refers more than 1,000 clients a month to instructors and studios internationally.  In addition to equipment, Balanced Body offers instructor training and continuing education for Pilates, CoreAlign®, Anatomy in Three Dimensions™, Bodhi Suspension System™, Balanced Body Barre™, MOTR™ and other mind-body instructor training programs. We also carry an extensive line of accessories, books, and videos for professionals and home enthusiasts. Visit pilates.com or call 1-800-PILATES for the world's largest selection of Pilates and other mind-body products, for inspiring educational opportunities, and to learn about the benefits of Pilates.
About the Role

Description

 

Balanced Body is seeking a highly skilled  Quality Control Machinist  to join our team in a pivotal lead role. This isn't just a "check-the-box" inspection job—we need a process-oriented technical expert who can bridge the gap between engineering and production.


You will be the final line of defense for quality, utilizing your expertise in manual machining and advanced metrology to ensure every part meets our rigorous standards. This is a dynamic role for a self-directed professional who thrives in a fluid environment and is eager to grow within our QA/QC and Machining departments.


What You’ll Do (Areas of Responsibility)

  • Precision Machining: Operate and maintain a variety of equipment, including manual mills, CNC lathes, surface grinders, laser cutters, and shears to produce high-quality prototype parts for engineering.
  • Technical Inspection: Conduct comprehensive quality inspections and audits of incoming materials and finished parts.
  • Blueprint & Tolerance Analysis: Read and interpret complex engineering drawings and blueprints to verify dimensional accuracy and part integrity.
  • Metrology Mastery: Utilize advanced measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, and gages, to determine critical dimensional data.
  • Data Integrity: Maintain accurate parts and supply inventories within our MRP system, reporting and documenting all non-conforming materials.
  • Leadership & Safety: Serve as a technical lead, ensuring safety protocols (including lock-out tag-out) are strictly followed while prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

 Who You Are (Requirements)

  • Experienced Inspector: Minimum of one (1) year of professional experience dedicated to Quality Inspection in a manufacturing setting.
  • Skilled Machinist: Minimum of one (1) year of hands-on experience working in a Machine Shop environment.
  • Technically Proficient: Advanced math skills and the ability to perform complex tolerance analysis.
  • Detail-Obsessed: Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to consistency in following established processes.
  • Adaptable Leader: A "can-do" attitude with the ability to shift priorities quickly and keep up with a high-velocity production schedule.
  • Safety-First Mindset: Solid knowledge of proper lock-out tag-out procedures.
  • Certified: Forklift certification is a strong plus.

Work Schedule:

This position is onsite and full-time, Monday to Friday.


The Company


https://www.pilates.com/BBAPP/V/company/craftsmanship.html


Balanced Body is the world's largest designer and manufacturer of Pilates equipment, as well as a provider of high-quality Pilates and other mind-body instructor training and continuing education. We currently do business in over 100 countries, with world-renowned customer service and a serious commitment to environmentally friendly business practices. If you want to work with a company with a passion for changing lives in ways small and large, let us hear from you.


We offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits including:

  • Medical, Dental and Vision
  • 401(k) + Match
  • Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance - Employer Paid!
  • Paid time off and holidays

Balanced Body is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.


NO AGENCY CALLS!

Key Skills
Manual MachiningCNC LathesMetrologyBlueprint ReadingTolerance AnalysisQuality InspectionMRP SystemsSurface GrindingLaser CuttingLock-out Tag-outForklift OperationTechnical Leadership
Categories
ManufacturingEngineeringTradesSecurity & Safety
Benefits
MedicalDentalVision401(k) + MatchLife InsuranceLong-Term Disability InsurancePaid Time OffHolidays
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