Senior CNC Machinist: Advanced Setup & Troubleshooting

United Precision Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Paid time off

401(k) with Safe Harbor matching

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

United Precision Corporation, based in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a CNC Machinist III to perform advanced machine setups on CNC lathes and mills, troubleshoot tooling, and interpret complex blueprints with GD&T. You will optimize processes, mentor junior machinists, and support new product introductions while ensuring compliance with ITAR and customer requirements.

The role requires 5+ years of CNC machining experience, advanced setup skills, and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of CNC machining experience.
• Advanced setup experience on CNC lathes and mills.
• Strong blueprint reading with GD&T knowledge.
• Advanced knowledge of fixturing and tooling for complex setups.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete machine setups on CNC lathes and mills.
• Install, qualify, and troubleshoot tooling.
• Interpret complex blueprints and specifications with GD&T during setup and inspection.
• Perform root cause analysis for machining issues and optimize cycle times.
• Train and mentor lower-level machinists and support new product introductions.
• Collaborate with engineering and quality teams for process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.

Skills

CNC machining

Advanced CNC setup

Blueprint reading with GD&T

Fixturing & tooling knowledge

ERP/MRP experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school machining certification

Tools

ERP/MRP software

Job description

United Precision Corporation, based in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a CNC Machinist III to perform advanced machine setups on CNC lathes and mills, troubleshoot tooling, and interpret complex blueprints with GD&T. You will optimize processes, mentor junior machinists, and support new product introductions while ensuring compliance with ITAR and customer requirements.

The role requires 5+ years of CNC machining experience, advanced setup skills, and proficiency with ERP/MRP systems.