CNC Machinist III - 1st Shift

Eaton Corporation • Irvine, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Eaton’s IS AER FMC division is hiring a full-time, direct-hire CNC Machinist III at its Irvine, California facility. The role pays $34.00 per hour and is eligible for a variable incentive program. The first shift runs from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; overtime may extend beyond those hours.

The Machinist III sets up, adjusts, and operates a variety of machine tools to produce parts to specifications, maintaining dimensional accuracy. The role works from engineering drawings, specifications, programs, and work instructions, and includes inspection, documentation, safety, housekeeping, and continuous-improvement responsibilities. Work is performed under general supervision and is subject to progress and final inspection.

The position requires access to export-controlled information, so applicants must meet the stated U.S.-person eligibility definition. Relocation assistance is not offered, and candidates generally must reside within 50 miles of Irvine; the posting exempts active-duty military service member candidates from this geographic restriction.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• At least five years of previous work experience as a machinist.
• Lathe experience with 2–3 axes.
• Must qualify as a U.S. person under the stated U.S. Government export regulations: U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158.
• Candidates must generally reside within 50 miles of Irvine, California; active-duty military service member candidates are exempt from this geographic limitation.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in the aerospace industry.
• Milling 4-axis experience.
• Mazak machining experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools, including engine lathes, mills, CNC machines, CNC lathes, and drill presses; perform deburring.
• Perform drilling, tapping, reaming, and boring operations while maintaining dimensional accuracy.
• Set up and operate CNC machines using the specified program for each part number and work instruction sheet through a DNC link on a computer.
• Work from drawings and specifications using precision measuring instruments.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and apply an understanding of geometric tolerancing.
• Inspect completed work and complete the appropriate inspection paperwork.
• Operate both lathes and Mill/Turn 5-Axis equipment, and rotate among machine types to become competent in their operation.
• Participate in Lean initiatives, including continuous improvement.
• Comply with safety requirements, use personal protective equipment properly, and operate equipment safely and competently.
• Meet departmental safety objectives and goals, and keep the assigned work area clean and orderly according to 5S standards.
• Work beyond normal hours when workload requires and perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid parental leave for all.
• Medical benefits.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and contribution.
• Variable incentive program.
• Health and welfare benefits, retirement benefits, and programs providing paid and unpaid time away from work; eligibility and availability may depend on factors such as location, hire date, and collective bargaining agreement applicability.

What This Job Offers

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