CNC Machinist II

Veridiam•Oceanside, CA

About The Position

Perform setups and operate CNC multiple-axis milling and/or lathe machines to produce metal products. Retrieve new or routine jobs on CNC controllers, select tools, and perform non-CAD/CAM programming or operate manual machine types. Maintain tooling and equipment, monitor machine operations, inspect finished parts for conformance to specifications, make machine adjustments, and help resolve process issues. Maintain an orderly work environment and follow company procedures and directions. The position may also include other duties as assigned, requested, or needed. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 3–5 years of CNC machine operator experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Applicants must be able to meet the essential duties, with reasonable accommodations available. Facility access and employment are restricted under ITAR and/or EAR to U.S. citizens, lawful permanent residents, and properly licensed foreign persons. Candidates receiving a conditional offer must provide information for export-control eligibility assessment. The posted shifts are 1st shift, 5:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m., and 2nd shift, 1:30 p.m.–10:00 p.m. Pay is determined by factors including relevant experience, education, and geographic location. Veridiam is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Development (GED).
Minimum 3–5 years of CNC machine operator experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Basic knowledge of trigonometry, geometry, algebra, and arithmetic.
Knowledge of production processes, machine operation, and raw materials.
Ability to control and operate CNC equipment.
Ability to monitor and observe gauges, dials, and displays.
Ability to use and read basic measuring devices and blueprints.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints, engineering drawings, or specifications.
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Knowledge of aerospace certifications, including AS9100.
Eligibility for facility access under ITAR and/or EAR: U.S. citizenship, lawful permanent residency, or properly licensed foreign-person status.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC multiple-axis mill and/or lathe machines to produce metal products.
Retrieve new or routine jobs on CNC controllers, select tools, and perform non-CAD/CAM programming or operate manual machine types.
Enter commands to activate machines and align indexing tables and spindles.
Monitor machine operations and display readouts to detect malfunctions.
Maintain tooling and equipment to control critical processes; troubleshoot and problem-solve with fellow operators as needed.
Remove completed products and measure dimensions to ensure conformance to specifications.
Inspect and measure machined products to verify conformance to specifications.
Adjust and maintain machines, including setting speed and feed rates, cleaning machine parts, and replacing worn or damaged drill bits.
Initiate and drive process solutions through feedback and communication with appropriate personnel.
Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
Arrive on time, follow supervisor directions and work rules and procedures, interact well with coworkers, comply with company policies and objectives, and accept constructive feedback.
Perform other duties as assigned, requested, or needed.