CNC Machinist

Precision Castparts; Gardena (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Gardena, CA is seeking a Level Two Machinist who builds upon Level One duties. You will operate 3-5 axis CNC machines, perform basic setup, load fixtures and tools, and manage offsets to maintain part quality.

You will inspect parts with gauges, read prints, verify conformance, and collaborate with production tracking for time charges. Typical eligibility includes 2-4 years in machining and a GED or HS diploma.

Qualifications

• Experience performing level two machining duties with basic setup and fixture loading.
• Ability to read drawings and apply dimensional specifications to inspection.
• Familiarity with CNC programs, offsets, and G/M codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic setup and loading of fixtures and cutting tools.
• Adjust CNC offsets to maintain part quality.
• Inspect parts using basic gauges and prints.
• Validate programs and first-part runs on existing products.
• Record time and parts in job-tracking systems.

Skills

G & M codes knowledge

CNC setup

Quality inspection basics

Shop math

Read prints

Fixture loading

Education

GED or High School diploma

Job description

Position Summary

Position Summary
Level Two: Building upon level one, with minimal assistance level two machinists operate 3-5 axis CNC 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, including part buy off. The level two machinist will have basic knowledge of common CNC G and M codes. Typically, 2-4 years of experience.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Level one responsibilities apply to level two, with the following additional duties:
• Perform basic setup operations which includes setting up fixtures, cutting tools and CNC programs.
• Maintain product quality through monitoring and adjusting CNC offsets as needed.
• Perform inspection tasks of intermediate complexity interacting with drawings and more advanced inspection tools.
• Validate program and first part runs on existing product.
• Interact with production tracking tools such as Avante or E1 to charge time to job orders and claim parts at the end of the shift.
• Perform SPC as required.

Required Skills

• The ability to identify and correctly load and secure fixtures with minimal assistance.
• A working knowledge of G and M codes applied in setting and adjusting offsets and interacting with CNC programs.
• A working knowledge of shop math including tool geometry, positive and negative numbers, as well as basic geometry.
• The ability to read basic prints and apply basic dimensional specifications to inspection processes.
• DAP training
  

Required Experience

• Typically, this position requires evidence of success in level one machining duties for at least one year prior to promotion or hire.
• 2-4 years of experience
  

Level Of Education

• GED or High School diploma preferred but not required.