Los Angeles, CA30+ days ago
Nice to Have: • Experience operating CNC mills or lathes, including basic G-code understanding • Exposure to metal additive manufacturing and post-processing techniques • Familiarity with manual machining, welding, or fabrication of stainless steel, aluminum, or nickel alloys • Ability to use hand tools, power tools, cranes, forklifts, and other shop equipment • Experience interpreting blueprints and using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, etc.) • Comfort working with facility systems such as air, water, and inert gases • Ability to lift and/or move up to 30lbs unassisted • Ability to climb ladders and be on your feet for extended periods of time • Must be available and willing to work overtime when needed. Responsibilities: • Operate and support CNC machining, including setup, basic programming edits, tool changes, and part inspection • Use manual machining tools such as mills, lathes, bandsaws, and grinders to support part finishing and fixture creation • Learn and apply precision measurement techniques to verify part quality and tolerances • Support maintenance and troubleshooting of CNC machines and shop equipment (air compressors, chillers, inert gas systems, etc.) • Contribute to shop organization and process improvements, helping build a high-functioning R&D machine shop.