Computer Numerical Control Machinist

Employbridge; South El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Employbridge is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist in California to set up and run multi-axis milling centers, read drawings, and perform first-piece inspections. You will edit programs at the control and ensure quality through in-process checks.

Candidates should be proficient with Fanuc controls and tooling selection. The role requires strong troubleshooting skills, the ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and a collaborative approach with production, quality, and engineering teams to improve

Qualifications

• 5+ years CNC setup experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with CNC milling centers; multi-axis machining preferred.
• CNC lathe setup experience is a plus.
• Experience with Fanuc or comparable CNC controls.
• Ability to edit programs and adjust offsets at the machine.
• Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling, feeds & speeds, and quality requirements.
• Experience inspecting parts with calipers, micrometers and gauges.
• Read blueprints and maintain tight tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machining centers and related equipment.
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, offsets, and first-piece inspections.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and manufacturing docs.
• Edit programs at the machine control as needed.
• Perform in-process and final quality inspections.
• Troubleshoot machining and quality issues; maintain equipment & work areas.

Skills

CNC setup

Multi-axis machining

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Offsets editing

Troubleshooting

Machining practices

Tools

Fanuc CNC controls

CNC milling

Calipers/Micrometers

Job description

• Set up and operate CNC machining centers and related equipment.
• Perform machine setups, tooling changes, offsets, and first-piece inspections.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Edit programs at the machine control as needed.
• Perform in-process and final quality inspections.
• Ensure tooling, fixtures, and machine setups support efficient production.
• Troubleshoot machining and quality issues.
• Maintain equipment and work areas according to established standards.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to improve processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC setup experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience with CNC milling centers; multi-axis machining experience preferred.
• CNC lathe setup experience is a plus.
• Experience with Fanuc or comparable CNC controls.
• Ability to edit programs and adjust offsets at the machine.
• Strong understanding of machining practices, tooling, feeds and speeds, and quality requirements.
• Experience inspecting parts using calipers, micrometers, indicators, bore gauges, and other precision measuring tools.
• Ability to read blueprints and maintain tight tolerances.
• Proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in a production environment.