CNC Machinist - Machine Shop

Crane Company • Burbank, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Crane Aerospace & Electronics is hiring a CNC Lathe Machinist for its Burbank Machine Shop. The role produces machined parts by setting up and operating CNC machines while maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records, and maintaining equipment and supplies. The position supports aerospace and defense manufacturing and may involve access to controlled data or information; when such access is required, only US Persons will be considered under ITAR requirements.

The work takes place in a manufacturing environment and may involve safety equipment such as eye protection, gowns, masks, hearing protectors, and heel or wrist straps. Employees may encounter loud noise, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust, or fumes. The role is primarily standing, with occasional lifting up to 30 pounds and pushing up to 50 pounds. Work may involve using a microscope, computer, blueprints, a clean bench, and a measuring table. Flexibility to work overtime if necessary is required.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of CNC lathe machining experience; aerospace manufacturing experience preferred.
• Knowledge of inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers, and height gages.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Understanding of cutting tool geometry.
• Knowledge of tooling and coordination.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently through a process improvement structure.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• May need to qualify as a US Person if the position requires access to controlled data or information under ITAR.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with 4–5 axis CNC lathes.
• Experience with Okuma and Harding lathes.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Understanding of CNC G code.
• Understanding of basic math, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Excellent teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Understand work orders, blueprints, manufacturing orders, and machining parameters.
• Validate the material used.
• Maintain specifications; troubleshoot and detect malfunctions, take appropriate action, and know when to replace worn tools.
• Listen to machining operations for signs such as dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and compensate for problems.
• Measure finished work pieces using precision measuring instruments, templates, fixtures, and knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to verify conformance to specifications.
• Document and communicate actions taken and necessary next steps to maintain continuity between shifts.
• Perform other tasks assigned by a supervisor or management.
• Maintain conscientious work behaviors, including work ethic, safety standards, quality, costs, and on-time delivery.

Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following the start date.
• 15 days of paid time off, accruing from the first day of employment.
• 12 paid holidays per year.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Education reimbursement, eligible after 6 months of employment.
• Some roles may be eligible for performance-based bonus programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED