Aerospace CNC Machinist - Precision Aluminum Parts

RESEARCH METAL INDUSTRIES INC; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

RESEARCH METAL INDUSTRIES INC. in Gardena, CA is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to produce precision aluminum components for aerospace applications.

You will read blueprints, verify tolerances, and maintain efficient production workflows in a safety-conscious environment. The ideal candidate has strong CNC programming knowledge and experience with Mastercam, plus the ability to interpret drawings and GD&T.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating CNC mills and lathes.
• Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience machining aluminum components.
• Working knowledge of Mastercam is preferred (ability to work with existing programs; programming is not required).
• Ability to read blueprints and maintain close tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Perform setups on CNC lathes and mills.
• Operate CNC machines throughout production runs.
• Load tooling, fixtures, and work offsets.
• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.
• Verify dimensions using precision measuring instruments.
• Monitor part quality and make tool wear offsets as needed.
• Work with existing CNC programs.
• Maintain production efficiency while meeting quality standards.
• Follow all company safety and quality procedures.

Skills

CNC operation

Blueprint reading

Close tolerances

G-code / M-code programming

English proficiency

Measurement tools

GD&T interpretation

Aluminum machining

CNC setup experience

Team player

Tools

Mastercam

Job description

RESEARCH METAL INDUSTRIES INC. in Gardena, CA is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to produce precision aluminum components for aerospace applications.

You will read blueprints, verify tolerances, and maintain efficient production workflows in a safety-conscious environment. The ideal candidate has strong CNC programming knowledge and experience with Mastercam, plus the ability to interpret drawings and GD&T.