CNC Machinist Level 3

Avispa Technology•Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A leading electronic testing company is seeking a CNC Machinist Level 3 to independently set up and operate CNC Swiss-style lathes, producing small, high-precision turned parts. This is an onsite role in Rancho Santa Margarita, California. The assignment is 24 months at 40 hours per week, with hourly pay of $35. Employment is W2.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience with CNC Swiss (lathe-style) machines.
Experience with FANUC CNC controls.
Experience machining small, high-precision turned parts.
Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues.
Specialized training or certification, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience with carbide tool grinding and/or resharpening.
Advanced metrology experience.
Ability to interpret specifications, including Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).

Nice To Haves

CNC programming experience.

Responsibilities

Independently operate CNC Swiss-style lathes for safe, efficient, continuous production.
Complete machine setups, including selecting tooling, setting offsets, verifying programs, and approving first articles.
Adjust tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds during production to maintain part quality and dimensional control.
Take ownership of product quality during the shift through inspection, documentation, and adherence to specifications and control plans.
Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records.
Escalate quality, safety, or equipment concerns to prevent defects from reaching the next operation.
Identify, troubleshoot, and correct machining issues, including tool wear, machine alarms, surface finish problems, and dimensional variation.
Perform routine machine checks and preventive actions to minimize downtime and keep equipment ready.
Follow standard work, drawings, and setup sheets, applying expert judgment to improve process stability and cycle time.
Proactively identify process enhancements, tooling upgrades, and setup efficiencies to support continuous improvement.
Grind, sharpen, and recondition carbide and HSS cutting tools according to specifications.
Keep the tool and machine shop area clean, organized, and safe.