Cnc Machinist

Jobtome; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtome in Huntington Beach, CA is seeking a CNC Mill Machinist to set up, operate and maintain CNC milling equipment, ensuring precision parts meet tight tolerances. You will read drawings, select tooling, and program or adjust controls to produce high-quality components for mission-critical hardware.

Candidates should have experience with CNC mills/lathes, GD&T understanding, basic math, and strong safety and documentation habits.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC mills/lathes is required.
• GD&T understanding is preferred.
• Basic computer skills for programming and data entry.
• Reading and interpreting drawings and sketches is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains CNC lathe/milling machines.
• Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints or samples to ensure accurate production.
• Takes precise measurements using calipers, micrometers, and height gauges.
• Sets up jobs and selects appropriate machine settings.
• Reads and follows sketches, drawings, and work instructions.
• Monitors production and adjusts feed and settings as needed.

Skills

CNC milling

Mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Math proficiency

English communication

Reading blueprints

GD&T understanding

Machine setup & programming

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MasterCam

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Job description

Pay Rate

$30-$45/hr 1st shift- Monday through Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm 2nd Shift- Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.M. to 12:30 a.M. ($1 shift differential)

Job Summary

As a CNC Mill Machinist, you play a key role in producing precision-machined components that support mission-critical hardware. You will set up, operate, and maintain CNC mill equipment to ensure high-quality output that meets exact specifications. Your expertise contributes directly to reliable production flow, accurate part fabrication, and a safe, organized machining environment.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates and maintains CNC lathe/milling machines.
• Reviews drawings, instructions, blueprints or samples to ensure accurate production.
• Takes precise measurements for cutting or shaping using standard SMI, calipers, mics, and height gages.
• Set up jobs and select appropriate settings for a given task.
• Read and understand sketches, drawings, and work instructions.
• Follows traveler steps to complete the assignment.
• Monitors production, adjusting feed and other settings as necessary and verifying results.
• Maintains inventory of completed products.
• Checks output for quality assurance and documents or discards defects.
• Identifies need for and performs machine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Work independently as required.
• Safely performs tasks, follows applicable safety practices, policies, and safe work behavior.
• Maintains a safe and clean workstation.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed.

REQUIRED RESPONSIBILITIES

• Experience operating CNC mills/lathes is required
• Conventional machining experience is a plus
• Excellent coordination and mechanical skills
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and safety
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Current or active security clearance is a plus
• Proficient in math
• Basic computer skills
• Understand GD&T
• Machine setup and programming experience
• Ability to read, speak and write in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Conventional machining experience.
• Machining training.
• Experience with HASS equipment.
• MasterCam experience.
• Machine setup and programming experience.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs, minimum 35 lbs.
• Constant standing/walking for at least 8 hours.
• Prolonged periods of repetitive movement are required.
• Holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s).
• The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.G., machinery alarms).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in a warehouse/shop/manufacturing environment

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

No travel is required for this position

Equal Opportunity Employer

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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