Senior Machinist: Prototyping & High-Precision Parts

Teledyne

Rancho Cordova (CA)

On-site

USD 51,000 - 68,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Teledyne Technologies Incorporated in Rancho Cordova, CA, is seeking an experienced machinist. You will set up and operate manual lathes, mills, drills, and plastic parts, ensuring adherence to specifications and tolerances.

Responsibilities include interpreting complex drawings, planning work sequences, and performing precision measurements for high-quality prototype parts. The role requires 8+ years in machine shop experience, strong math and programming familiarity, and a commitment to

Qualifications

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent; vocational training preferred.
Typically requires 8+ years’ machine shop experience including machine programming.
Ability to read safety rules and maintenance instructions; basic writing and math skills.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate manual lathe, manual mill, drills, or plastic parts; adjust for specs.
Plan, lay out, fabricate, and assemble complex machined parts and prototypes.
Interpret drawings, route sheets, and specifications to determine work procedures, tools, speeds, feeds, and tolerances.
Compute precise dimensions and use precision measuring instruments for part fabrication.
Perform quality machining of various materials as needed.