Machinist II (Grind)

RBC Bearings; Baldwin Park (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

RBC Bearings is seeking a Machinist II in Baldwin Park, CA to perform basic setups and run precision machines to manufacture components per drawings. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and continuous improvement within an aerospace-precision environment.

The incumbent will read blueprints, operate Okuma CNC lathes, and ensure parts meet specifications while maintaining machine reliability and supporting a well‑organized, collaborative shop culture.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read engineering blueprints and planning.
• MUST have basic CNC lathe experience and reading drawings.
• Follows safety procedures and uses PPE.

Responsibilities

• Performs simple setups and operates machines (lathe, mill, grinder) to produce parts per drawings.
• Maintains minor routine maintenance on machines used.
• Measures parts with appropriate instruments and validates conformance.
• Documents information per work instruction and reports discrepancies.
• Maintains a safe work environment and uses PPE.
• Supports area organization and continuous improvement mindset.
• Adheres to company policies and promotes a healthy work culture.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC lathe operation

Tooling knowledge

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Okuma Lathes

Inspection tools

Job description

Job Title / Location

Machinist II – Baldwin Park, CA (Grind)

Description

Machinist II is responsible for performing basic machine setups and operating fabrication machinery.

Essential Functions of the Job

• Performs simple setups and operates a variety of machines, tools and other equipment (with major focus on lathes, mills, grinders, honing machines, drill presses, but may also include hydraulic or pneumatic presses, bench grinders, deburring and polishing tools, and manual operations) to produce parts per instructions, blueprints or other technical drawings.
• Properly maintains and performs minor routine maintenance to machines utilized.
• Evaluates parts or material by measuring with appropriate instruments and may perform simple testing to validate parts or material conforms to requirements.
• Documents information as required per the work instruction or as instructed and reports any discrepancies to the supervisor, lead, and/or engineer.
• Maintains a safe work environment and adheres to all safety procedures and protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Supports area organization and foster a continuous improvement mindset.
• Adheres to the company's policies and promotes a healthy and positive work culture

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job function. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

Education

High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.

Experience

• 3-5 years of recent working experience in CNC Lathe.
• Completion of a 2 year technical/trade school in machining (preferred).

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must be able to read engineering blueprints and planning.
• A positive attitude, excellent communication skills, strong multitasking ability, and an interest in learning new skills/technologies required.
• MUST be well organized, works well with others and flexible.
• Broad skill set who is not afraid to tackle multiple tasks.
• Knowledge of tooling speeds and feeds offsets and minor program changes.
• Ability to prove out programs.
• Setup, program, and operate two CNC Lathes (Okuma).
• Perform tool adjustment as required.
• Work with Engineering to make tooling.
• Able to use inspections tool to inspect parts.

This role is subject to compliance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which requires the incumbent to be a U.S. Person which is defined as a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident [“green card” holders], U.S. National, Refugee, or Asylee.

Salary Range

$23-28 hourly. Relocation assistance not available and we are only considering local candidates.

Equal Opportunity Statement

RBC Bearings is an Equal Opportunity Employer to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws

Company Overview

RBC Bearings Incorporated (NYSE: RBC) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings and components for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and engineered components requiring sophisticated design, testing and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. We currently have 60 facilities, of which 43 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and our market capitalization is approximately $14.5 billion.