Lathe Set Up Machinist

B&A Precision; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

B&A Precision is seeking a CNC Lathe Set-Up Machinist to set up and operate 2-axis and multi-axis lathes, producing precision shafts and fittings for high‑spec aerospace, defense, and medical parts in Santa Clara, CA.

You will interpret blueprints, edit G-code, and verify tolerances using micrometers and gages. A strong detail focus and teamwork are essential for on-time production.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of CNC lathe setup experience.
• Familiarity with Fanuc or similar CNC controls.
• Able to read blueprints and job travelers.
• Skilled with micrometers, calipers, indicators and gages.

Responsibilities

• Set up and run 2-axis and multi-axis CNC lathes, including bar-fed work.
• Operate CNC controls and edit G-code programs.
• Read blueprints to plan set-ups and verify requirements.
• Machine aerospace alloys to tight tolerances.
• Verify first piece and production dimensions with precision tools.
• Collaborate with quality to keep production moving.

Skills

CNC lathe setup

G-code programming

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Team collaboration

Tools

Fanuc controls

Live tooling

Bar-fed systems

Thread inspection tools

Job description

Position summaryThe CNC Lathe Set-Up Machinist sets up and runs 2-axis and multi-axis CNC lathes to produce precision shafts, fittings and rotational parts for aerospace, defense and medical customers. You own the part from bar stock to first article: set-ups, offsets and the tenth.Key responsibilitiesSet up and run 2-axis and multi-axis CNC lathes, including bar-fed and live-tooling work.Operate CNC controls (such as Fanuc) and edit G-code programs.Read blueprints and job travelers to plan set-ups and verify part requirements.Machine aerospace alloys such as titanium, inconel, and stainless steel to tight tolerances.Verify first piece and production dimensions with precision measuring instruments and gages.Cut precision internal and external threads and check them with thread gages.Work with quality and the team to keep production moving efficiently.Required qualifications3+ years of CNC lathe set-up experience.Familiarity with Fanuc or similar CNC controls.Working knowledge of G-code programming.Able to read blueprints.Skilled with micrometers, calipers, indicators and gages.Strong attention to detail, accuracy and precision; works well in a team.Preferred qualificationsExperience with bar feeding systems.Working knowledge of GD&T.Experience with live tooling.Experience machining aerospace alloys.