05191 - Senior CNC Lathe Machinist – 2nd Shift

Employment Type: Direct Hire
Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Camarillo, CA
Pay Range: $30.00–$35.00 per hour, based on experience
Shift Differential: Additional $2.00 per hour
Schedule: 2nd Shift, Monday–Friday, 1:45 PM–11:15 PM
Experience Required: 3+ years of related machining experience

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior CNC Lathe Machinist to set up and operate CNC lathes and other production machining equipment in a precision manufacturing environment.

The selected candidate will perform machine setups, interpret complex blueprints, make machining adjustments, and produce close-tolerance components with limited supervision. Experience with Mazak CNC controls and Y-axis machining is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC lathes and multiple production machines as required.
• Install and adjust cutting tools, feeds, speeds, and depths of cut according to materials and machining requirements.
• Perform cutting, shaping, drilling, reaming, forming, and reworking operations.
• Read and follow blueprints, engineering specifications, route sheets, sketches, and work instructions.
• Align and secure workpieces using appropriate fixtures and established methods.
• Identify machining problems and make necessary equipment adjustments.
• Deburr precision components according to engineering drawings and specifications.
• Inspect in-process and finished parts for dimensional accuracy, surface quality, burrs, damage, and other defects.
• Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, gauges, and comparators.
• Perform Statistical Process Control (SPC) activities as required.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability.
• Support Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related machining experience.
• Strong hands-on CNC lathe setup and operating experience.
• Ability to perform machine setups and machining operations with limited guidance.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and technical instructions.
• Experience producing parts to close dimensional tolerances.
• Proficiency with precision measuring and inspection instruments.
• Working knowledge of machine-shop mathematics, including trigonometry as applicable.
• Ability to identify and respond to machining and equipment problems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Mazak CNC controls and Y-axis machining.
• Aerospace or other high-precision manufacturing experience.
• CNC turning or multi-axis lathe experience.
• Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Experience machining complex, tight-tolerance components.
• CNC program editing or G-code knowledge.
• Experience with precision inspection methods and equipment.

Work Environment

• Precision manufacturing environment involving CNC lathes and production machining equipment.
• Second-shift schedule, Monday–Friday, 1:45 PM–11:15 PM.
• Work requires adherence to established safety practices and equipment maintenance standards.