Machinist

Advanced Composite Products & Technology; Huntington Beach (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Advanced Composite Products & Technology in Huntington Beach, CA, is seeking an Entry-level Machinist I to perform conventional machining operations such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses. You will read blueprints and travelers to guide fabrication and tolerances, with supervision as you develop skills in setup and measurement.

The role emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement within a manufacturing environment, offering full-time hours and competitive hourly

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints, travelers, and work instructions.
• Operate conventional/manual machining equipment with limited supervision.
• Maintain tolerances and support production requirements.
• Follow safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses.
• Read blueprints and technical drawings to guide machining.
• Use precision measuring tools to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain machines and tooling in safe, clean condition.
• Identify and troubleshoot routine machining issues with supervision.

Skills

Machining basics

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Tooling knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High School

Tools

Lathe

Milling machine

Job description

Job Details: Level: Entry, Job Location: Huntington Beach, CA 92649, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $28.00 - $30.00 Hourly, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Manufacturing, The Machinist I performs conventional/manual machining operations involving lathes, milling machines, grinders, saws, drill presses, and related machine shop equipment under limited supervision. This position supports the fabrication, modification, repair, and finishing of precision components while continuing to develop machining knowledge, blueprint interpretation skills, setup capability, precision measurement practices, and troubleshooting ability. The Machinist I applies basic machining theory, tooling knowledge, and measurement techniques to maintain dimensional tolerances and support production requirements while following company quality and safety standards. This role demonstrates growing independence, attention to detail, and machining proficiency within the machine shop environment.

Qualifications: POSITION DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set up and operate conventional/manual machining equipment, including lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, saws, and related shop equipment.
• Assist with and perform routine machining setups with limited supervision.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, sketches, travelers, and work instructions.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, scales, indicators, and gauges, to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Perform machining operations to fabricate, modify, repair, and finish components to specification.
• Maintain dimensional tolerances and quality requirements throughout machining operations.
• Select and utilize appropriate tooling, cutting tools, and machine settings for standard machining operations.
• Monitor machining processes and make routine adjustments to maintain part quality and dimensional accuracy.Identify and troubleshoot routine machining, tooling, dimensional, and process-related issues with limited supervision.
• Perform material preparation, deburring, cleaning, and finishing activities as required.
• Maintain machines, tooling, and work areas in safe and proper operating condition.
• Follow machine shop safety procedures, manufacturing standards, and quality requirements.
• Communicate machining concerns, production status, and quality issues to supervision as needed.
• Support process improvement and operational efficiency initiatives within the machine shop.
• Assist and support Machinist Trainees as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Basic understanding of conventional/manual machining operations and machine shop practices.
• Ability to safely operate manual machining equipment, including lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses, and saws.
• Ability to perform routine machine setups and machining operations with limited supervision.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and work instructions.
• Understanding of machining tolerances and dimensional requirements.
• Basic understanding of machining theory, tooling applications, and machine setup principles.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, indicators, and gauges.
• Basic knowledge of feeds, speeds, cutting tools, and material machining characteristics.
• Ability to identify and troubleshoot routine machining and dimensional issues.
• Strong situational awareness, attention to detail, and machining accuracy required for precision manufacturing operations.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Demonstrate dependability, professionalism, and a positive work ethic.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
• Own basic machinist tools and toolbox preferred.