CNC Lathe Machinist

Randstad USA; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement plan

Climate-controlled facility

Job summary

Randstad USA in Fullerton, CA is seeking a Senior CNC Lathe Machinist to lead complete setups, operations, and first-article inspections on high-precision CNC lathes producing aerospace flight-hardware components.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years with multi-axis lathes, live tooling and dual-spindle setups, strong GD&T, and the ability to read complex blueprints and perform in-process inspections. This full-time role offers competitive pay and a modern, climate-controlled facility.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of dedicated CNC Lathe setup and operation experience in aerospace/high-precision work.
• Experience running multi-axis lathes with live tooling and dual-spindle setups.
• Strong GD&T comprehension and ability to read aerospace blueprints.
• Proficient in first-article inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete CNC lathe setups, tool changes, and teardowns on multi-axis lathes.
• Set up dual-spindle lathes with live tooling and optimize cycles.
• Read complex aerospace blueprints and GD&T specs.
• Edit G-code/M-code to improve cycle times and reduce tool wear.
• Conduct first-article and in-process inspections with micrometers and calipers.

Skills

CNC

lathe

Tools

Okuma

Haas

Job description

Senior CNC Lathe Machinist

Location: Fullerton, CA

Pay Rate: $36.00 - $50.00 / hr ($74,880 - $104,000 / yr)

Shift: First Shift | Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior CNC Lathe Machinist to join a premier aerospace manufacturing facility in Fullerton, CA. In this role, you will lead complete setups, operations, and first-article inspections on high-precision CNC lathes producing critical flight-hardware components.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complete setups, tool changes, offset adjustments, and teardowns on multi-axis CNC Lathes (Okuma, Haas, etc.).
• Set up and operate dual-spindle CNC lathes featuring live tooling capabilities.
• Read and interpret complex aerospace blueprints, GD&T specifications, and shop routers.
• Edit G-code and M-code at the machine control to optimize cycle times, prevent tool wear, and streamline production.
• Perform first-article and in-process quality inspections using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and optical comparators.
• Hold tight tolerances (up to ±0.0002") on aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and exotic aerospace alloys.
• Troubleshoot technical machining issues and collaborate with engineering to improve manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of dedicated CNC Lathe setup and operation experience in an aerospace or high-precision job shop.
• Machinery: Proven background running multi-axis lathes; live tooling and dual-spindle experience highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: strong G-code/M-code troubleshooting, tool geometry selection, and GD&T comprehension.
• Inspection: Proficient in complete first-article inspection procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate ($36.00 - $50.00/hr DOE)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Modern, climate-controlled facility

Skills

• lathe (5 years of experience is required)
• CNC (5 years of experience is required)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.