Job Title: CNC Machinist - Lathe
Location: Camarillo, CA 93012
Employment Type: Direct Hire
Shift: 2nd Shift | 1:45 PM - 11:15 PM (Mon-Fri)
Pay Range: $30.00 - $35.00/hr. + $2.00 Shift Differential
Key Requirements:
" 3+ years of CNC machining experience.
" Strong CNC Lathe setup and operation experience.
" Experience reading blueprints and machining to close tolerances.
" Ability to perform machine setups independently.
" Strong inspection and quality control experience.
" Experience with precision measuring instruments.
" Ability to work with limited supervision in a team environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
" Experience with Mazak machine controls.
" Y-Axis machining experience.
" Aerospace or high-precision regulated manufacturing experience.
" G-Code programming and program editing experience.
" Lean Manufacturing experience.
" SPC experience.
Position Summary:
The CNC Machinist is responsible for setting up and operating conventional and CNC machining centers to manufacture precision components in accordance with blueprints, engineering specifications, and company quality standards. This role supports lean manufacturing initiatives, maintains production efficiency, and ensures product quality while working with minimal supervision in a team-oriented environment.
Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
" Set up and operate multiple CNC and conventional machining centers.
" Perform machining operations including turning, drilling, reaming, cutting, forming, shaping, deburring, and rework activities.
" Align and secure workpieces using standard fixtures and setup methods.
" Install, adjust, and maintain cutting tools and tooling assemblies.
" Adjust machine feeds, speeds, and cutting depths to optimize part quality and production efficiency.
" Perform machine troubleshooting and report equipment or tooling issues for corrective action.
" Read and interpret blueprints, route sheets, sketches, and engineering specifications.
" Inspect finished components using calipers, micrometers, gauges, comparators, and magnification equipment.
" Perform visual inspections to identify burrs, surface defects, and dimensional discrepancies.
" Maintain equipment cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability through routine maintenance activities.
" Perform Statistical Process Control (SPC) activities and maintain production documentation.
" Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
" Maintain compliance with all company policies, safety requirements, and quality standards.
" Perform additional machining and production-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
" Minimum 3 years of machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
" Strong CNC Lathe setup and operating experience required.
" Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation.
" Working knowledge of machine shop mathematics, including trigonometry.
" Experience performing machine setups and making machine adjustments.
" Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, and production methods.
" Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
" Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team environment.
" Proficient with production reporting systems and job-specific software applications.
" Demonstrated commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Education & Experience:
" High School Diploma or GED preferred.
" 3+ years of CNC machining experience required.
" Aerospace, precision machining, or regulated manufacturing experience preferred.
" Mazak controls and Y-Axis machining experience highly desirable.