CNC Mill Machinist

Anaheim Precision; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401 k with Employer Match

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Job summary

Anaheim Precision is seeking a senior CNC Mill Machinist III to lead complex CNC and multi-axis milling operations for aerospace-grade components. You will interpret engineering drawings, set up tooling, and optimize setups with minimal supervision.

You will perform FAI and in-process inspections per AS9100, maintain tight tolerances, and mentor lower-tier machinists while ensuring ITAR/compliance where applicable. Excellent tooling knowledge and GD&T expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or apprenticeship preferred.
• 5–8+ years of milling experience in a precision manufacturing environment; aerospace experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Independently set up, operate, and optimize complex CNC and/or multi-axis milling machines.
• Interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.
• Develop setup strategies, select tooling, and design/modify fixtures as needed.
• Perform first article inspections (FAI), in-process, and final inspections per AS9100 and customer specs.
• Hold tight tolerances (±0.0002–±0.0005 in aerospace applications).
• Troubleshoot advanced machining, tooling, and process issues to improve efficiency and reduce scrap.
• Make program edits at the machine (G-code) and recommend process improvements.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering on process development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Train and mentor Mill Machinist I and II team members.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality systems, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ITAR).
• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and traceability documentation.
• Advanced knowledge of CNC controls (e.g., Fanuc, Haas, Mazak).
• Strong proficiency in GD&T and complex blueprint interpretation.
• Experience with multi-axis machining (4-axis/5-axis preferred).
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and optimize machining processes.
• High level of proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques.

Skills

CNC Milling

GD&T

Multi-axis machining

CNC controls

Fanuc

Haas

Mazak

Blueprint interpretation

Troubleshooting

Mentoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical degree or apprenticeship

Tools

Fanuc CNC

Haas CNC

Mazak CNC

Job description

Position Summary

$35-$45/hr.

The CNC Mill Machinist III is a senior-level machinist responsible for complex CNC and/or manual milling setups, advanced troubleshooting, and manufacturing high-precision aerospace components. This position operates with minimal supervision and serves as a technical resource and mentor to junior machinists while ensuring compliance with aerospace quality and regulatory standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Independently set up, operate, and optimize complex CNC and/or multi-axis milling machines.

• Interpret complex engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements.

• Develop setup strategies, select tooling, and design/modify fixtures as needed.

• Perform first article inspections (FAI), in-process, and final inspections in accordance with AS9100 and customer specifications.

• Hold tight tolerances (±.0002”–±.0005” typical in aerospace applications).

• Troubleshoot advanced machining, tooling, and process issues to improve efficiency and reduce scrap.

• Make program edits at the machine (G-code) and recommend process improvements.

• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering on process development and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Train and mentor Mill Machinist I and II team members.

• Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality systems, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ITAR if applicable).

• Maintain accurate production, inspection, and traceability documentation.

• Advanced knowledge of CNC controls (e.g., Fanuc, Haas, Mazak).

• Strong proficiency in GD&T and complex blueprint interpretation.

• Experience with multi-axis machining (4-axis/5-axis preferred).

• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and optimize machining processes.

• High level of proficiency with precision measurement tools and inspection techniques.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or GED required; technical degree or apprenticeship preferred.

• 5–8+ years of milling experience in a precision manufacturing environment; aerospace experience strongly preferred

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• 401 k with Employer Match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance