CNC Machinist

Randstad USA; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Prescription

Dental

Vision

AD&D

Life Insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Randstad USA seeks an experienced CNC Machinist for a full-time 3rd shift in Santa Ana, CA. You will set up CNC mills and lathes, read complex blueprints, adjust tooling, and ensure tight tolerances while mentoring junior machinists.

Join a high-precision shop with modern equipment and a focus on quality. Shift is night-based (9 PM–5 AM) with differential pay and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC mill and lathe setup; HS diploma or GED required.
• Strong knowledge of machine shop practices and blueprint interpretation.
• Solid shop math and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC mills, lathes, manual machines, and inspection gear.
• Calibrate zero points, adjust tool heights, and set compensations.
• Read blueprints and routings to fabricate precision parts.
• Perform quality checks with micrometers and calipers.
• Transfer programs to CNC controllers and optimize routines.
• Mentor junior machinists and document shop procedures.

Skills

CNC

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Haas controls

Mazak controls

Brother controls

Job description

Job Title: CNC Machinist / Setup Specialist

Salary: $62,400 – $87,360 / year ($30.00 – $42.00/hr + shift differentials)

Shift: 3rd Shift (Night/Graveyard) | Full-Time | Machine Shop

Master Your Craft in a High-Precision Machine Shop Are you a skilled CNC Machinist who thrives on precision, takes pride in complex setups, and enjoys mentoring talent? Step into a high-impact 3rd Shift role where your technical expertise directly drives production quality.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Salary: $62,400 to $87,360 annually, tailored to your experience and skills.
• Shift Incentives: Off-peak schedule advantage with Shift 3 operational differentials.
• Leadership & Impact: Shape setup procedures, optimize runs, and train junior machinists.
• Top-Tier Equipment: Work with modern CNC mills, lathes, manual machines, and controls.

Key Responsibilities

• Precision Setups: Set up CNC mills, lathes, manual machines, and inspection gear for fast-paced production.
• Tooling & Offsets: Calibrate zero points, adjust tool heights, and set compensations to hold tight tolerances.
• Blueprint Execution: Read complex technical drawings, routings, and instructions to craft precise parts.
• Quality Control: Conduct thorough dimensional and visual inspections using micrometers and calipers.
• Program Transfer: Electronically load CNC programs into controllers and assist in optimizing routines.
• Mentorship & Tracking: Maintain setup procedures for critical runs and train junior machinists.

Responsibilities

• CNC & Manual Machine Setup: Responsively set up CNC mills, lathes, manual machinery, and inspection tools to support a production-paced schedule.
• Tooling & Adjustments: Change tools, calibrate zero positions, and adjust heights/tool compensations to maintain close tolerances.
• Technical Execution: Work directly from blueprints, job routings, and tooling instructions; use computers to transfer programs to various CNC machines.
• Quality Control & Part Inspection: Inspect finished parts to print for both dimensional accuracy and visual standards using precision hand measuring tools.
• Documentation & Process Improvement: Maintain and update setup procedures for critical processes; log measurements and complete required shop floor paperwork.
• Machine Efficiency: Operate multiple machines simultaneously when cycle times permit to maximize productivity.
• Mentorship & Safety: Train and mentor junior machinists on setup operations; adhere to safety standards and wear required PPE on the plant floor.

salary: $53,768 - $89,500 per year

shift: Third

work hours: 9 PM - 5 AM

education: High School

The essential functions of this role include:

• manual lifting up to 40lbs

Skills

• CNC

Qualifications

• Proven experience in CNC mill and lathe setup (High School Diploma/GED required).
• strong knowledge of machine shop practices, metal properties, and blueprint interpretation.
• Solid shop math and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work 3rd Shift, including scheduled weekend and holiday hours.
• Preferred: Experience with Haas, Mazak, or Brother controls, plus G-code editing skills.
• Years of experience: 4 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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).

• medical
• prescription
• dental
• vision
• AD&D
• life insurance offerings
• short-term disability
• 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.

Experience

• Experienced
• 4 years

Education

• High School