CNC Lathe Lead Machinist - 2nd shift Mon-Fri 3:30pm-2:00am Pay Range $40-$45

Aerofit LLC; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in manufacturing is seeking a CNC Lathe Lead Machinist for the 2nd shift in Santa Ana, CA. Candidates should have extensive experience with CNC lathe equipment specializing in aerospace components. This role involves hands-on machining, leadership responsibilities, and the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on innovation.

Benefits

Medical, dental, life insurance

401(k) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off and tuition reimbursement

Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker products

Qualifications

• 10+ years of CNC lathe experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Proficient in MasterCAM and FANUC controls.
• Experience with stainless steel, Inconel, Titanium, and aluminum.

Responsibilities

• Lead CNC lathe operations, troubleshooting and optimizing setups.
• Mentor machinists and oversee daily shop floor activities.
• Develop and enhance CNC lathe programs as needed.

Skills

CNC lathe setup and machining

MasterCAM

Troubleshooting

Leadership

GD&T knowledge

Job description

CNC Lathe Lead Machinist - 2nd shift Mon-Fri 3:30pm-2:00am Pay Range $40-$45

CNC Lathe Lead Machinist - 2nd shift Mon-Fri 3:30pm-2:00am Pay Range $40-$45

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• CNC Lead - 2nd shift Mon-Fri 3:30pm-2:00am Pay Range $40-$45 plus 12% shift differential Hiring Immediately
  
  

Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of 54,000+ professionals in 60 countries who are making their mark on some of the world's most beloved brands, including DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, IRWIN, LENOX and more.

What You'll Do

As a CNC Lead, you'll be part of our team located in Fullerton, CA. You'll get to:

• Act as the Lathe Subject Matter Expert (SME) across our CNC operations.
• Be a strong physical presence on the shop floor to support complex setups, troubleshoot issues in real time, and lead by example.
• Actively perform hands-on CNC lathe setup and machining, including tool setup, offsetting, program adjustments, and first article inspections.
• Lead and coordinate the daily activities of CNC machinists while working side-by-side with the team on the shop floor.
• Troubleshoot and resolve machine or process issues directly, minimizing downtime and scrap.
• Develop and optimize CNC lathe programs using MasterCAM or other software, including macro programming where applicable.
• Operate and demonstrate proper use of indexable tooling, offline presetters, and setup techniques for complex lathe platforms.
• Interpret and apply GD&T requirements from aerospace drawings; verify conformance using appropriate measuring tools.
• Support the production schedule by ensuring timely setups, quality outputs, and efficient throughput.
• Mentor and train operators in setup procedures, quality checks, and safety protocols.
• Who You Are You always strive to do a good job...but wouldn't it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? You care about quality - at every level. You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You're not intimidated by innovation. In fact, you embrace it. You also have:
• Master of CNC lathe equipment including Okuma, Doosan, Takisawa, Citizen, Swiss, and New Britain machines, with a passion for machining and mentoring others.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on CNC lathe setup and machining experience in a high-precision aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in MasterCAM and FANUC controls; strong CNC programming and troubleshooting skills.
• In-depth experience with machining stainless steel, Inconel, Titanium, and aluminum materials.
• Strong working knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, and quality inspection tools.
• Leadership experience with the ability to train, mentor, and motivate operators.
• Familiar with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to work overtime or weekends when required.
• What You'll Receive You'll receive a competitive wage and a great benefits plan:
• Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off and tuition reimbursement.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.
• All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.
  
  

We Don't Just Build The World, We Build Innovative Technology Too.

Joining the Stanley Black & Decker team means working in an innovative, tech-driven and highly collaborative team environment supported by over 58,000 professionals in 60 countries across the globe. Here, you'll get the unique chance to impact some of the world's most iconic brands including STANLEY TOOLS, DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, MAC TOOLS and Black + Decker. Your ideas and solutions have the potential to reach millions of customers as we work together to write the next chapter in our history. Come build with us and take your career to new heights.

Who We Are

We're the World's largest tool company. We're industry visionaries. We're solving problems and advancing the manufacturing trade through innovative technology and our Industry 4.0 Initiative. We are committed to ensuring our state-of-the-art "smart factory" products and services provide greater quality to our customers & greater environmental and social value to our planet. We are unique in that we have a rich and storied history dating back to 1843, but that hasn't stopped us from evolving into a vibrant, diverse, global growth company.

Benefits & Perks

You'll get a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, retirement benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Paid Time Off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days, and tuition reimbursement. And, of course, discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products and well as discount programs for many other vendors and partners.

What You'll Also Get

Career Opportunity: Career paths aren't linear here. Being part of our global company with 60+ brands gives you the chance to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.

Learning & Development

Our lifelong learning philosophy means you'll have access to a wealth of state-of-the-art learning resources, including our Lean Academy and online university (where you can get certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities).

Diverse & Inclusive Culture

We pride ourselves on being an awesome place to work. We respect and embrace differences because that's how the best work gets done. You'll find we like to have fun here, too.

Purpose-Driven Company

You'll help us continue to make positive changes in the local communities where we work and live as well as in the broader world through volunteerism, giving back and sustainable business practices.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Aviation & Aerospace

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