CNC 5 Axis Set Up Operator - 2nd Shift

precisionresource; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Annual bonus

Vacation and paid holidays

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Training opportunities

Job summary

Precision Resource Huntington Beach is seeking a CNC Setup Operator for the 2nd shift. The role focuses on set ups, adjustments, and operation of CNC mill machines, with emphasis on quality and safety in a high-precision manufacturing environment.

The candidate will join a family-owned, long-standing company serving automotive, medical, aerospace, defense, and firearms sectors, and will contribute to continual improvement and daily machine upkeep.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Five years of experience with CNC lathes or a trade school certification.
• CNC lathe programming a plus; Heidenhain controls preferred; Fanuc robotics operation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and related machinery.
• Change cutters when tools are dull to maintain part quality.
• Inform Manager of machine and production problems.
• Perform part inspection checks to ensure tolerances.
• Attend training activities as required.
• Participate in continual improvement teams as required.
• Participate in safety and OSHA training.
• Keep work area clean and tidy at all times.
• Work in an organized manner with attention to details.
• Basic data entry and ability to read blueprints.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English (written and verbal).
• Help operators with issues as needed.

Skills

CNC lathe experience

Blueprint reading

English communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school certification

Tools

Heidenhain controls

Fanuc robotics

CNC programming

Job description

Dependable. Enthusiastic. Driven to succeed. Bring your manufacturing skills to a role that has direct impact on delivering cutting edge technology to our global customer base.

Family-owned for over 75 years, Precision Resource is a leading global supplier of precision metal components and assemblies. We provide solutions to quality, cost and production challenges for market-leading customers. At Precision Resource Huntington Beach, we don’t just manufacture parts—we help shape the future of automotive, medical, aerospace & defense, and firearms/weapons industries. From cutting-edge additive manufacturing and complex 5-axis machining to assembly and fine blanking, our advanced capabilities make us a trusted partner for some of the most demanding applications in the world.

Precision Resource offers:

• Benefits package including health, dental, life and vision insurance
• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Annual bonus based on division profitability
• Vacation and flexible paid holidays
• Wellness and Employee Assistance Programs
• Tuition reimbursement and paid training
• Work with an established team of long-term employees

To learn more, visit www.precisionresource.com/careers/

Our California division, located in Huntington Beach, seeks aCNC Set Up Operator on the 2nd Shift.

Summary

The CNC Setup Operator is responsible for set ups, adjustments, preventative maintenance and operation of computerized numerically controlled (CNC) mill machines. The successful candidate will be committed to the highest level of integrity, trust and responsibility and bring a hands-on approach to day to day operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate computerized numerically controlled (CNC)machines.
• Change cutters when tools are dull.
• Inform Manager of machine and production problems.
• Perform part inspection checks.
• Attend training activities, as required.
• Participate in continual improvement teams, as required.
• Participate in safety and OSHA training.
• Keep work area clean and tidy at all times.
• Work in an organized manner with attention to details.
• Basic data entry computer skills.
• Ability to understand blueprint reading.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both written and verbal in English.
• Help operators with issues.

Qualifications, Education and Experience

• Graduation from high school or receipt of equivalent degree (GED).
• Five years of experience working with CNC lathe machines or certification from a trade school.
• CNC lathe programming a plus.
• Heidenhain controls preferred
• Fanuc robotics operation a plus.

Salary range: $25 - $38/hour
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S. or protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15).

Precision Resource is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.