Prototype Manual Machinist: Lathe & Milling Expert

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid vacation

3% 401K contribution

Company events

Job summary

Sonatech, LLC in Santa Barbara, CA seeks a Prototype Manual Machinist to set up and operate manual lathe and milling machines to fabricate parts. You will read blueprints, plan job sequences, and ensure tolerances using precision measurement tools.

Responsibilities include daily machine maintenance, occasional CNC operation, and strict adherence to ISO procedures and safety guidelines. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training or an apprenticeship is a plus.
• Experience operating manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines.

Responsibilities

• Set up and prototype on manual mill and lathe tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Plan sequence of actions for job completion.
• Use measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
• Perform daily and periodic maintenance on machinery.
• Operate CNC mills and lathes when needed.
• Follow ISO requirements and safety procedures.
• Comply with quality policies, specifications and instructions.

Skills

Manual machining

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

CNC operation

Tool wear offsets

Safety compliance

ISO procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Vocational training or apprenticeship (asset)

Tools

Calipers

CNC mills

CNC lathes

Job description

Sonatech, LLC in Santa Barbara, CA seeks a Prototype Manual Machinist to set up and operate manual lathe and milling machines to fabricate parts. You will read blueprints, plan job sequences, and ensure tolerances using precision measurement tools.

Responsibilities include daily machine maintenance, occasional CNC operation, and strict adherence to ISO procedures and safety guidelines. U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required.