Precision Setup Machinist - High-Tolerance Parts

Prismatik; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Prismatik in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced machinist. The role focuses on setting up machines to tight tolerances, operating lathes and milling machines, and producing precision parts from blueprints and specifications.

The ideal candidate has a technical school or apprenticeship background with at least five years of setup experience and a solid track record in precision inspection using micrometers, calipers, and related gear. Safety and proper procedure adherence are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of technical school or completed apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum five (5) year set-up experience as a machinist.
• Ability to read prints and drawings and verify dimensions.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines in accordance with prints and specs to tight tolerances.
• Operate machine tools to produce precision items.
• Measure and test completed units with micrometers and calipers.
• Select appropriate tools, machines, and materials for operations.
• Follow safety rules and lock-out/tag-out procedures during repairs.

Skills

Machine setup

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Machining operations

Safety procedures

Education

Technical school graduate

Apprenticeship completion

Tools

Lathe

Milling

Shaper

Grinder

Job description

Prismatik in Irvine, CA is seeking an experienced machinist. The role focuses on setting up machines to tight tolerances, operating lathes and milling machines, and producing precision parts from blueprints and specifications.

The ideal candidate has a technical school or apprenticeship background with at least five years of setup experience and a solid track record in precision inspection using micrometers, calipers, and related gear. Safety and proper procedure adherence are required.