CNC Machinist Set Up, 3rd Shift

masco; Santa Ana (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Brasstech, part of Masco, is seeking a CNC Machinist in Santa Ana, CA. The role focuses on setting up CNC lathes and mills, inspecting parts to print, and maintaining setup procedures. You will work from blueprints and tool instructions to ensure tight tolerances and high-quality output.

Responsibilities include transferring programs to CNC machines, training less experienced staff, and handling multiple machines as workflow permits. Equal opportunity employer and full-time position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience setting up CNC mills and lathes.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specs.
• Familiarity with CNC machine software and programming.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC lathes, mills and inspection equipment for production.
• Maintain and update setup procedures for critical processes.
• Work from blueprints, routings and tooling instructions to hold tolerances.
• Inspect parts to print and record measurements.
• Mentor junior machinists on machine setup.
• Able to operate multiple machines when cycle time allows.

Skills

Machine shop practices

Reading drawings

Mathematical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Tool changes

Inspection skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Brother controls

Haas controls

Mazak controls

Machine programming

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

• Set-up CNC lathes, mills, manual machines and/or inspection equipment for production jobs in a responsive manner to support a production paced environment.
• Maintain, and update setup procedures for all critical processes.
• Work from blueprints, job routings and tooling instructions to hold close tolerances.
• Required to use computer skills to transfer programs to a variety of CNC machines.
• Inspect parts to print including both dimensional and visual requirements.
• Complete all required documentation for the job including part measurements and shop floor paperwork.
• Train and mentor less experienced machinists, especially on machine setup.
• Must be able to run more than one machine where cycle time permits.
• Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Must possess experience with CNC mill and lathe setup

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of machine shop and tool room practices
• Understanding of machining properties of various metals
• Knowledge of proper application and operation of CNC equipment
• Strong math and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to change tools, adjust heights and tool compensations
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications
• Proficiency with hand measuring tools and inspection equipment
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
• Computer skills to transfer programs to a variety of CNC machines.

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal)

Mathematical Skills

• Basic math skills (add, subtract, divide, multiply)

Other Skills

• Must be able to work all shifts, including weekends and holiday hours.
• Ability to legally work without sponsorship for employment visa status.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (only provide if needed)

• Experience with Brother, Haas, and Mazak controls
• Experience writing or editing machine programs

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will have occasional bending, squatting, climbing, and twisting. There will be occasional usage of his/her hands to power grasp and manipulate objects, tools or controls, and occasional pushing, pulling and reaching above the shoulders. The position requires frequent walking and standing, as well as repetitive usage of hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, and reaching below shoulder level. Additionally, this position requires the ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds and frequently lift up to 35 pounds with or without assistance. Required to wear PPE (ie. Face, foot, eye, hand, and/or hearing protection on plant floor).

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in warehouse environment; and will be exposed to machine shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes, cold and heat on frequent basis. The ambient conditions are moderate, and the noise level in the work environment is moderate.

OTHER INFORMATION

Masco is an affirmative action and Equal Opportunity Employer

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Masco is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected status as a veteran, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other legally protected status under federal, state or local law.

Company: Brasstech

Full time

Hiring Range: $25.85 - $35.81 USD

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.

Brasstech (the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company's policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to co