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05191 - Senior CNC Lathe Machinist – 2nd Shift

Crafted Staff · Camarillo, CA

External listingfull-time5 days ago

About The Role

Senior CNC Lathe Machinist – 2nd Shift

Pay

$30.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience

Shift Differential

Additional $2.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 1:45 PM–11:15 PM

Employment Type

Full-Time, Direct Hire

Position Overview

We are hiring an experienced

Senior CNC Lathe Machinist

  • for a direct-hire, second-shift opportunity.
  • The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience
  • setting up and operating CNC lathes
  • , reading complex blueprints, making machine adjustments, and producing precision machined components to close tolerances.

Experience with

  • Mazak CNC controls and Y-axis machining is a strong plus
  • .
  • This position is best suited for an experienced machinist who can perform CNC setups and machining operations with limited guidance in a precision manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do

  • Set up and operate
  • CNC lathes and other production machining equipment
  • Perform machine setups and run multiple production machines as required
  • Install and adjust cutting tools based on the material and machining operation

Adjust

  • feeds, speeds, and depth of cut
  • to produce quality parts according to specifications
  • Perform machining operations including cutting, shaping, drilling, reaming, forming, and reworking parts
  • Read and follow
  • blueprints, engineering specifications, route sheets, sketches, and work instructions
  • Align and secure workpieces using standard fixtures and established methods
  • Identify machining problems and make necessary machine adjustments
  • Deburr precision machined components in accordance with engineering drawings and specifications
  • Inspect finished and in-process parts for dimensional and quality requirements
  • Use precision measuring instruments including
  • calipers, micrometers, gauges, and comparators
  • Visually inspect machined surfaces for burrs, damage, and other defects

Perform Statistical Process Control (

SPC

  • ) activities as required
  • Maintain machining equipment for cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability
  • Support lean manufacturing and continuous-improvement initiatives
  • Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work area

Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years of related machining experience
  • Hands-on experience
  • setting up and operating CNC machines

Strong

  • CNC lathe setup and operating experience
  • Ability to perform machine setups with limited guidance
  • Ability to read and follow
  • blueprints, specifications, and technical work instructions
  • Experience machining parts to close dimensional tolerances
  • Experience using precision measuring and inspection tools
  • Working knowledge of machine-shop mathematics, which may include trigonometry
  • Ability to identify and respond to machining or equipment issues
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work effectively with limited supervision in a manufacturing environment

Preferred Experience

  • Mazak CNC machine controls
  • Y-axis machining
  • Aerospace or other
  • high-precision manufacturing
  • experience
  • Experience with CNC turning or multi-axis lathe equipment

Familiarity with

GD&T

  • Experience machining complex, tight-tolerance components
  • CNC program editing or G-code knowledge
  • Experience with precision inspection methods and equipment

Ideal Background

  • This opportunity may be a strong fit for candidates with experience as a
  • Senior CNC Machinist, CNC Lathe Machinist, CNC Setup Machinist, CNC Turning Machinist, Precision Machinist, Mazak Machinist, or CNC Lathe Setup Operator
  • .
  • If you have strong CNC lathe setup experience and are looking for a direct-hire second-shift machining opportunity with competitive pay, apply today.

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