CNC Machinist

Great Hire; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Hire in Anaheim, CA is seeking an entry‑level to mid‑level CNC Machinist to operate mills and lathes, read aerospace blueprints, and maintain strict tolerances in aerospace materials. The role emphasizes precision measurement, quality control, and adherence to AS9100 standards.

We value candidates who can stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs, and work safely in a clean, organized environment. All applicants must meet ITAR requirements and participate in standard verification processes.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC mills, lathes, or machining centers
• Ability to read aerospace blueprints and follow detailed instructions
• Skilled with precision measurement tools
• Familiarity with tight‑tolerance machining
• Understanding of AS9100 or similar aerospace quality standards

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills, lathes, or machining centers (VMC, turning, or multi‑axis depending on experience)
• Perform setups, tool changes, offsets, and basic machine adjustments
• Read and interpret aerospace blueprints and technical drawings
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision tools
• Maintain tight tolerances (commonly ±0.001")
• Work with aerospace materials such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless steel
• Document production and inspection results per AS9100 requirements
• Follow all safety, quality, and process control procedures
• Support production flow and maintain a clean, organized work area

Skills

CNC milling

CNC turning

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Detail-oriented

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Height gauges

Job description

Anaheim, United States | Posted on 08/26/2026

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC mills, lathes, or machining centers (VMC, turning, or multi‑axis depending on experience)
• Perform setups, tool changes, offsets, and basic machine adjustments
• Read and interpret aerospace blueprints and technical drawings
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, height gauges, and other precision tools
• Maintain tight tolerances (commonly ±0.001")
• Work with aerospace materials such as aluminum, titanium, and stainless steel
• Document production and inspection results per AS9100 requirements
• Follow all safety, quality, and process control procedures
• Support production flow and maintain a clean, organized work area

Requirements

• Entry Level candidates: Do you like working with your hands and making something from scratch? This may be the job for you
• Experience operating CNC mills, lathes, or machining centers
• Ability to read aerospace blueprints and follow detailed instructions
• Skilled with precision measurement tools
• Familiarity with tight‑tolerance machining
• Understanding of AS9100 or similar aerospace quality standards
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 30–50 lbs
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and quality focus

Compliance Requirements

• Must be able to complete I‑9 employment verification
• Must meet ITAR requirements (U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident)

Great Hire is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, employing, retaining, promoting, terminating, and otherwise treating all employees on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. We do not discriminate on the basis of any trait or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.