About Us

Founded in 1979 in Santa Cruz, CA, JACO Machine Works has proudly remained a family-owned and operated business, now managed by three generations of the founding family. This multi-generational involvement ensures the continuity and longevity of our customer relationships, a cornerstone of our enduring success.

Over the years, we have continually embraced innovation, acquiring 5-Axis CNC Milling powerhouses and CNC screw machines capable of performing both lathe and mill functions in a single operation. This advancement allows us to produce complex parts that previously required multiple machines, significantly enhancing our efficiency and precision. Our dedicated employees are committed to adopting new technologies and skills, consistently delivering higher quality and productivity while crafting parts they once thought impossible.

Since 2015, JACO Machine Works has proudly held AS9100 and ISO9001 certifications, specializing in the manufacture of precision components, assemblies, and kits for leading companies in the Aerospace, Medical, Scientific, and Semiconductor industries. Our robust Quality Management System (QMS) has been ISO 13485 compliant since 2019, and as of 2023, our procedures and operations adhere to Cyber Security NIST 800-171 standards. These certifications and our comprehensive QMS underscore our unwavering commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and reliability.

Our family management ensures that we build lasting relationships with our customers, providing them with the continuity and trust they need to succeed in their respective fields. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible in precision manufacturing, always striving to exceed our customers’ expectations.

Overview of JACO Machine Works

45-year-old family owned and operated in Santa Cruz, CA
Veteran Owned Small Business
Precision multi-axis CNC machine shop
AS9100D and ISO9001 certified Quality Management System
ITAR registered
Compliant with NIST SP 800-171 Cyber Security Protocols and Procedures
ISO13485 compliant Quality Management System
NAICS codes 332710, 332721 & 332722
Current company president is a licensed Mechanical Engineer
Supply chain management for complete part processing - including NADCAP certifications
Adept at supply chain solutions: Kanban, Assembly, Kitting, Vendor-Managed Inventory

Our Mission

Our mission is to forge long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with our customers by consistently delivering the best value in high-precision custom machined parts and assemblies, as well as inspection and engineering services to high-technology industries.

Commitment to Quality: We know that our customers demand defect-free products and prefer not to inspect incoming materials. JACO Machine Works is therefore committed to exceeding these expectations by being a reliable supplier of impeccable products. We continuously enhance our management system and manufacturing processes to achieve this goal, guided by measurable quality objectives communicated throughout our organization.
Commitment to the Environment: JACO Machine Works is dedicated to being a responsible member of the business community, striving to reduce our environmental impact and improve the quality of life in our community.
Commitment to Customer Success: Our customer base spans key high-technology sectors serving both small regional innovators and multinational industry leaders. Based in Scotts Valley, CA, JACO Machine Works leverages its proximity to the thriving Bay Area and Silicon Valley high-tech industries to promptly meet our customers’ needs and offer face-to-face communication and support.

Contact the Experts for Precision Machined Parts for Any Industry

Whatever your application might be, our engineers at JACO are happy to help bring your product to market in the shortest amount of time and at the lowest cost possible. We are committed to providing you with quality engineering, design services, and supply chain management that will exceed your expectations and meet every specification.