CNC Machinist III

Senior plc; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CNC Machinist III to join their dynamic team in San Diego. In this role, you will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines, ensuring precision in metal part production. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and results. The company offers a competitive compensation package and a supportive workplace culture focused on safety and continuous improvement. If you're passionate about engineering solutions and have a keen eye for detail, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

5% Pay Differential for 2nd Shift

Comprehensive Benefits Package

401k Matching Plan

Paid Vacation

Flexible Hours

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Recognition Program

Wellness Activities

Community Involvement Initiatives

Qualifications

• 4 years of CNC machine setup and operation experience required.
• Ability to read blueprints and perform shop mathematics essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to produce precision metal parts.
• Monitor machines for malfunctions and perform routine maintenance.

Skills

CNC Machining

Blueprint Reading

Shop Mathematics

GD&T

Machine Operation

Precision Measurement

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Vocational Training

Tools

Fanuc Controllers

Mazak Machines

Job description

Who is Senior plc?

Senior plc is an international, market-leading, engineering solutions provider with 26 operating businesses in 12 countries. Senior designs, manufactures, and markets high-technology components and systems for the principal original equipment producers in the worldwide aerospace, defense, land vehicle, and power & energy markets. The Group is split into two divisions, Aerospace and Flexonics, servicing five key sectors.

Our global values underpin what we do, and how we do it …

Safety – Integrity – Customer Focus – Respect & Trust – Accountability – Excellence

Who is Senior Operations SoCal?

We are a technology-driven, team-oriented, manufacturing company that takes pride in the relationships we build with our customers, suppliers, and with each other. We offer exciting career opportunities in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment and reward employees who are motivated, innovative, and results-oriented. We are looking for dedicated individuals to join us in engineering solutions for our customers.

We are currently seeking a full-time CNC Machinist III for the 2^nd shift (3:30pm - 11:00 pm), Monday - Friday, at our Jet Products facility located in Kearny Mesa.

We offer a 5% pay differential for 2^nd shift!

What does the job involve?

The CNC Machinist III is responsible for the setup and operation of computer numerical control (CNC) machines to include Lathe, Mill, and Vertical Turret Lathes (VTL). Operates the machine and produces precision metal parts and materials. Determines dimensions and tolerances of material for machining, sequences of operations required by studying specifications such as blueprints and sketches. Follows instructions outlined in routers and technical planning documents and adheres to established specifications. Executes complex to potentially difficult machining assignments using machine tools ranging from multiple axis lathes to mills. Uses precision measuring tools to check the accuracy of work.

What will my responsibilities include?

• Sets up, adjusts, and operates machine controls to position tools or regulate cutting depth, speed, feed, or coolant flow to produce precision metal parts and materials as specified by work order, blueprints, drawing, templates, or layout.
• Mounts, aligns, and secures tooling, attachments, and workpiece on machine chuck. Starts and stops automatic operation of numerical control machine parts or test setup, work-piece dimensions, or programming. May adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machine malfunctions.
• Monitors and maintains machines during use in order to diagnose machine malfunctions, need for adjustments, or repairs. May perform routine machine maintenance including checking coolant and positioning of machine.
• Demonstrates ability to start and stop automatic operation of numerical control machine or test setup, work-piece dimensions, or programming.
• Ensures proper dimensions of finished material to ensure conformance to specifications.
• May clean machine, tooling, and parts and area surrounding machine in accordance with 5S procedures.
• Demonstrates ability to appear for work on time, follows directions from a supervisor, interacts well with co-workers, understands, and follows work rules and procedures, complies with corporate policies, goals, and objectives, accepts constructive feedback, and exhibits initiative and commitment.
• Participates in Daily Management board meetings and is willing to discuss Safety, Quality, Delivery, Efficiency, and Utilization.
• Proactively identifies opportunities to improve machining processes and efficiency.
• Participates in Continuous Improvement activities as needed.

What key skills and experience do I need?

• Ability to read basic blueprints, drawings, or templates, including dimensional, true position, and circularity call outs.
• Shop mathematics, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing), and Feeds and Speed calculations.
• Knowledge of machines, controllers, and tools (Fanuc or Mazak).
• Ability to control operations of equipment and watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure machine is working properly.
• Ability to set up fixtures properly including clamping, centering, and indicating of fixture.
• Ability to set up cutting tools and change out inserts for cutting operation.
• Ability to use and understand measuring devices including calipers, micrometers, and bar gauges.

What qualifications should I have?

Education:

• High school diploma/GED preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Vocational training is a plus.

Experience:

• 4 years of previous CNC machine setup and operation experience.
• Mazak experience preferred.

Why Join Senior Aerospace Jet Products?

Joining Senior means not only a rewarding career with a tight-knit and collaborative team, but you will also enjoy a competitive compensation package that includes a market-led base salary, a comprehensive benefits package along with wellness benefits, employee recognition program, matching 401k plan, paid vacation, flexible hours, employee wellness activities, tuition reimbursement, and community involvement initiatives.

If an offer of employment is made, it will be contingent upon passing all the following: Drug Test, Background Check, ITAR, and U.S. Export Compliance Screening.

Equal Opportunity Employer: minority/female/disability/veteran

Access to our facilities is restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens, lawful permanent residents, U.S. Nationals, U.S. refugees, asylees, or temporary residents under amnesty provisions), and to properly licensed foreign persons. Applicants receiving a conditional offer of employment will be required to provide information to determine whether they are subject to these regulations and, if so, to assess their country of chargeability for export control purposes. Additionally, potential employee names will be screened against the Consolidated Screening List (maintained by the United States government) to determine eligibility to receive controlled technical data.