CNC Machinist III

United Precision Corp. • Los Angeles, CA

3d • $30 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

United Precision Corporation (UPC) is seeking a CNC Machinist III for its Manufacturing team. The role performs advanced machine setups, process troubleshooting, and production support while maintaining quality, efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction. It supports production on CNC lathes and mills, including complex setups, tooling qualification, process improvement, and new product introductions. The position reports to the Production Manager and is non-exempt.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 5 years of CNC machining experience.
• Advanced setup experience on CNC lathes and mills.
• Advanced blueprint-reading skills and strong working knowledge of GD&T.
• Advanced knowledge of fixturing and tooling for complex setups.

Nice To Haves

• Trade school certification in machining.
• Aerospace and/or defense manufacturing experience.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete machine setups on CNC lathes and mills.
• Install, qualify, and troubleshoot tooling.
• Interpret complex blueprints and specifications.
• Apply GD&T principles during setup and inspection activities.
• Perform root cause analysis for machining issues.
• Optimize cycle times and machining processes.
• Train and mentor lower-level machinists.
• Support new product introductions and process validations.
• Assist engineering and quality teams with process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with customer and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance benefit options, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid basic group life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
• Voluntary options for additional group life insurance, long-term disability, hospital confinement, group accident, and specified disease insurance.
• Flexible spending and dependent care accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with Safe Harbor matching.
• Paid time off, including sick leave, holidays, vacation, and a birthday day.
• Employee Assistance Program providing confidential professional counseling, financial, and legal support at no cost to team members and their immediate family members.

What This Job Offers

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