Machinist A

Managed Staffing; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Managed Staffing, Inc. is seeking an experienced machinist in the Los Angeles area to set up and operate complex machines, read blueprints with GD&T, and ensure tight tolerances. You will perform precise inspections and contribute to quality and process improvements.

The role requires 7+ years in machining, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and legal authorization to work in the United States. ITAR compliance and local residency within 50 miles of 90039 are needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 7 years experience in machining, honing or lapping parts in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• ITAR compliance: U.S. person required under ITAR regulations.
• No relocation benefit offered; reside within 50 miles of 90039 for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machines for complex parts with minimal supervision to meet production targets.
• Interpret plans, work orders, blueprints or drawings and GD&T requirements to determine work scope.
• Inspect parts using micrometers, calipers, air gauges and comparators to ensure tolerance.
• Finish parts with various materials to close tolerances per specifications.
• Examine surface and dimensions for defects before starting work.
• Maintain production and quality requirements and keep work area clean.
• Adjust machining feeds/speeds and select tools as needed for different materials.
• Use measuring tools to verify part quality and accuracy of dimensions.
• Replace worn tools, inspect parts and adjust offsets as necessary.
• Be a team player and strictly follow safety rules and regulations.
• Contribute to continuous process improvements.

Skills

Machining operations

Blueprint interpretation

GD&T knowledge

Quality inspection

Tool setup

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Comparators

Air gauges

Job description

Work Schedule

Shift start 1:45pm, training on first shift for first weeks. Steel toe shoes required on first day. Orientation day is on Monday and starts at 8:30am

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Limit yourself to 8-12 statements. List the essential functions (i.e. key responsibilities with expected end results) which must be accomplished in order to fulfill the purpose of your position as described above.

• 1. Capability to setup complex parts and operate machine without supervision.
• 2. Interprets plans, work order, blueprints or drawings to determine the necessary work required, full understanding of GD&T.
• 3. Inspects parts for quality and appropriate tolerance using the appropriate measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, air gages and comparators.
• 4. Finishes all parts with different materials to close tolerance without supervision.
• 5. Examines surface of work piece for defects before starting work.
• 6. Must meet production and quality requirements at all times, always keep work area clean.
• 7. Ability to modify machining feed and speeds on multiple material types and select tooling, gauges as/if required.
• 8. Uses measuring tools, air gauges, micrometers and other inspection tools to verify part quality.
• 9. Replaces worn tools, inspect parts and adjust tool offsets as needed.
• 10. Must be a team player and follow all safety rules and regulations.
• 11. Drives for continuous process improvements

SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE

5. Describe any specialized knowledge or skill (e.g., technical, scientific, administrative, managerial) which your position requires.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma required from an accredited institution
• Minimum 7 years experience in machining, honing or lapping parts in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds often.
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee
• No relocation benefit is offered for this position. Only candidates residing within the immediate geographical area (50 miles 90039) will be considered for this position.

Position Criteria

• Experienced with multiple machine tools, production methods and shop practices preferred.
• Ability to learn equipment and processes for fabrication of aerospace parts, produce parts in accordance with the production plans, sketches and/or verbal instructions.
• Ability to maintain close tolerance dimensions on critical parts.
• Knowledge of dimensional measuring instrumentations and use of such tools to verify actual measurements of machined diameters, dimensions and features.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings, sketches, manufacturing routings, procedures, and routers.
• Good verbal and written communication skills a must.
• Familiarity with SPC principles and methods.
• Ability to produce and inspect critical parts with tight tolerances and finishes, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to logically solve problems and to keep assignments and projects moving in an orderly and structured fashion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace experience preferred.
• 8 plus years experience in machining, honing or lapping parts in a manufacturing environment.
• Involvement in successful process definition and re-engineering.
• Experience in employee involvement in multi-discipline teaming.
• Proficiency with computer based methods and tools.
• Familiarity /experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement and Six Sigma methodology.