CNC Machinist Level 3

Lancesoft; Rancho Santa Margarita (CA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Lancesoft seeks an experienced CNC Machinist Level 3 for Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, to independently operate CNC Swiss lathes, perform full machine setups, and optimize tooling, offsets, and cycles. You will own part quality across shifts, troubleshoot tool wear and machining issues, and uphold strict tolerances per GD&T.

The role emphasizes safe, productive manufacturing and continuous improvement. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of CNC Swiss experience, proficiency with FANUC controls, and a

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC Swiss lathe experience.
• Strong working knowledge of FANUC CNC controls.
• Proven ability to machine small, high-precision turned parts.
• Experience troubleshooting machining and quality issues.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines CNC Swiss style lathe independently during day shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous production.
• Perform complete machine setups, including tooling selection, offsets, program verification, and first article approval.
• Make in process adjustments to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain part quality and dimensional control.
• Take full ownership of product quality on night shift, including inspection, documentation, and adherence to specifications and control plans.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct machining issues such as tool wear, machine alarms, surface finish problems, and dimensional variation.
• Follow standard work, drawings, and setup sheets while applying expert judgment to optimize process stability and cycle time.
• Perform routine machine checks and preventive actions to minimize downtime and ensure equipment readiness.
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records per operational requirements.

Skills

CNC Swiss lathe

FANUC controls

Geometric GD&T

Metrology

Troubleshooting

Tool grinding

Tools

Carbide tool grinding

Job description

Title

CNC Machinist Level 3

Location

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688

Duration

2yrs

Pay

$34 - $36 per hour

Overview

• Operate CNC machines CNC Swiss style lathe independently during day shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous production
• Perform complete machine setups, including tooling selection, offsets, program verification, and first article approval
• Make in process adjustments to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain part quality and dimensional control
• Take full ownership of product quality on night shift, including inspection, documentation, and adherence to specifications and control plans
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct machining issues such as tool wear, machine alarms, surface finish problems, and dimensional variation
• Follow standard work, drawings, and setup sheets while applying expert judgment to optimize process stability and cycle time
• Perform routine machine checks and preventive actions to minimize downtime and ensure equipment readiness
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records per operational requirements
• Escalating quality, safety, or equipment concerns as needed to prevent defects from reaching the next operation
• Support continuous improvement by proactively identifying process enhancements, tooling upgrades, and setup efficiencies
• Maintain a cooperative and professional attitude to support a productive team environment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool machine shop area
• Grind, sharpen, and recondition carbide and HSS cutting tools per specification

Minimum 5 years of experience with one or more of the following:

• CNC Swiss machine (Lathe style)
• Strong working knowledge of FANUC CNC controls
• Proven experience machining small, high-precision turned parts
• Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues
• Carbide Tool Grinding and/or Resharpening
• Advanced Metrology CNC Programming Interpreting Specifications, Including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• May require some specialized training/certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.