Aerospace CNC Lathe Set-Up Machinist – Temp-to-Hire

Redlands Chamber of Commerce; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Generous medical benefits

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Respectful, safety-first culture

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company in Riverside, CA is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Set-Up Machinist to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of CNC machining experience, particularly with 4 & 5 axis machines, and must be proficient with HAAS and FANUC. The position offers competitive pay between $22 and $25 per hour along with opportunities for growth in a stable and safety-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of CNC machining experience (4 & 5 axis).
• Proficiency with HAAS machines and FANUC controls.
• Strong blueprint reading and precision measuring skills.
• Your own set-up tools (required).
• Ability to work independently and thrive in a team-oriented shop.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and operating 3, 4 & 5 axis CNC machining centers.
• Performing in-process checks and precision inspections.
• Reading and interpreting blueprints, routers, and set-up sheets.
• Making offsets, edge-breaking, and tool checks as needed.
• Communicating issues and improvement ideas to supervisors.
• Maintaining clean, organized workspaces and following safety protocols.

Skills

CNC machining experience

Proficiency with HAAS machines

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring skills

Ability to work independently

Tools

Set-up tools

Job description

A well-established manufacturing company in Riverside, CA is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Set-Up Machinist to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of CNC machining experience, particularly with 4 & 5 axis machines, and must be proficient with HAAS and FANUC. The position offers competitive pay between $22 and $25 per hour along with opportunities for growth in a stable and safety-focused environment.