CNC Lathe Operator Level 2 - 2nd Shift

Precision Castparts Corp.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

80 hours PTO per year

10 paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision, lifeinsurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Precision Castparts Corp. in North Hollywood, CA is seeking a Level II machinist to operate 2-5 axis CNC cells and related equipment. The role requires setup, program loading, basic offsets, and quality inspections in a high-precision environment.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in aerospace/automotive machining, familiarity with Fanuc, Haas, and CELOS controllers, and a strong eye for detail. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in aerospace/automotive machining or related industry.
• Experience with aerospace/defense environments.
• Experience machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, and other aerospace materials.
• Ability to diagnose tool, material, and quality-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and standalone machines per drawings and work instructions.
• Load tooling, fixtures, and adjust basic tool offsets and material.
• Load and run established CNC programs; perform minor adjustments as needed.
• Conduct first-piece and in-process inspections with calipers, micrometers, height gauges, and other inspection tools.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T callouts; document inspection results.

Skills

CNC Machining

G-code reading

Fanuc Haas CELOS controllers

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Fanuc controllers

Haas controllers

CELOS

Job description

• Country: United States of America
• State / County: California
• City: North Hollywood
• Division: EPD
• Company: Avibank
• Function: Operations
• Workplace Type: On-Site
• Position type: Full Time
• Opportunity ID: 24755

Pay & Benefits

• For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $24.00 to $34.00 US Dollar (USD) Hourly based on a variety of factors.
• For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company's Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 1X the Company's bonus multiple, based on the Company's performance in the applicable quarter.
• Employees will receive 80 hours paid time off every year.
• Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays.
• Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance.
• Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company's 401(k) plan.

National Security and Export Controls

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.

About PCC

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability - not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products, which include the PCC Industrial & Distribution Group, consist of specialized manufacturing businesses that produce fasteners, precision components, systems, tooling, and engineered system solutions for a diverse group of end customers in the automotive, aerospace & Defense, industrial machinery, and other performance-driven markets.

PCC Fasteners and Engineered Products' manufacturing operations are spread over four continents, forming a network of industry-leading companies, which enables our customers to utilize our experience and deep product knowledge wherever they need it. Embedded in a culture of continuous improvement, our assets and industry leadership ensure that we will consistently deliver our customers the best value in the markets we serve.

Location Profile:

Located in North Hollywood, CA, Avibank Manufacturing, Inc., a PCC Company, a part of the Engineered Products Group, is among the world's leading manufacturers specializing in the design and production of sophisticated fasteners and multi-component fastening systems and devices, solving difficult engineering and critical performance problems.

Position Summary

Operate 2-5 axis CNC/Automated machine cells as well as standalone machines, which requires basic machine setup including preparing and setting up fixtures and cutting tools, as well as loading and adjusting CNC programs and offsets. Level two machinist competencies include the ability to use more advanced quality inspection tools and techniques such as height and air gauges and bench inspection. The level two machinist will have basic competencies in print reading and common CNC G and M codes. Typical, 2-4 years of experience.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes to manufacture parts according to engineering drawings, specifications, routers, and work instructions.
• Perform simple machine setups, including loading tooling, installing fixtures or work holding, setting basic tool offsets, and loading material.
• Load and run established CNC programs.
• Make minor CNC program adjustments as necessary within authorized parameters, such as adjusting speeds, feeds, offsets, or other basic program values.
• Make tool and wear-offset adjustments to maintain part dimensions and compensate for normal tool wear.
• Monitor machine operation and identify basic machining issues, including tool wear, surface-finish problems, dimensional variation, or abnormal machine conditions.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections to verify parts meet drawing and specification requirements.
• Use precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, height gauges, bore gauges, pin gauges, and other inspection tools, as applicable.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, basic GD&T callouts, dimensions, tolerances, and manufacturing instructions.
• Document inspection results and complete required production and quality records accurately.
• Identify and segregate nonconforming product and notify the appropriate supervisor or Quality personnel when parts do not meet requirements.
• Change cutting tools and inserts as required and make appropriate adjustments following tool changes.
• Maintain established production and quality standards while minimizing scrap and rework.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Perform basic machine care and routine operator-level maintenance as assigned.
• Follow all company safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
• Work collaboratively with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering personnel to resolve routine production issues.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3+ years minimum experience in aerospace/automotive machining or related industry. Familiarity with Fanuc, Haas, CELOS controllers. Preferred certifications in CNC operations.
• Experience working in an aerospace, defense, precision machining, or similarly regulated manufacturing environment
• Experience machining aluminum, stainless steel, titanium, nickel-based alloys, or other aerospace materials.
• Ability to distinguish between machine, tooling, material, and quality-related problems.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing conforming product.

Level of Education

High school diploma/GED equivalent required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Non-solicited Resumes Policy

Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid.