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Machinist I

Amphenol CIT
Cerritos, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/13/2026
Company Information

Headquartered in St. Augustine, FL, with offices and manufacturing facilities all around the globe, Amphenol CIT is one of the world’s leading designers and manufacturers of high-performance wire, cable, and medical devices. We provide complete interconnect solutions to industries like Aerospace, Military & Defense Electronics, Space, Medical, Test & Measurement, and Industrial.

Our talented team of employees worldwide helps bring movies to your seat on airplanes, deliver mission-critical information from drones to the command office, transfer heart rhythm to paper, route communications from space, connect power to downhill oil drills, and get planes back in the air faster. At Amphenol CIT, we make the amazing possible. Take the next step to become an integral part of our team by applying today and kickstart your journey with us.

Summary

Receives direction from the Maintenance Supervisor. The primary responsibilities include setting up and operating tooling and fixtures for the Model Shop, and completing all assigned tasks in accordance with the Router and Blueprint. Must adhere to all Machine Shop processes, including but not limited to Work Instructions (WI), Manufacturing Instructions (MI), and Operating Procedures (OP). All tasks are to be performed accurately, promptly, and independently, without the need for further instruction.

Essential Job Functions

  • Receive, review, and interpret Work Orders and tooling requirements for set-up.
  • Work under the guidance of a Machinist III.
  • Fabricate tooling, fixtures, jigs, and models to support manufacturing operations.
  • Operate conventional equipment such as lathes, Bridgeport-type horizontal mills, surface grinders, band saws, pedestal grinders, and related support equipment.
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, including understanding geometric tolerances.
  • Complete all required documentation, including Work Orders.
  • Troubleshoot and evaluate machining issues, and clearly communicate any discrepancies.
  • Use all necessary inspection equipment relevant to the task.
  • Support the Quality System by ensuring compliance with the company’s Quality Manual, procedures, and policies.

*Other duties as required in support of the department and the company*

Supervisor Responsibilities

Non-Supervisory Role

The responsibilities of this role do not include supervising other employees.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of one year of experience as a machinist using conventional equipment
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Strong understanding of shop math, including geometry and trigonometry, as well as blueprint reading
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent hand dexterity, coordination, and precision
  • Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with individuals at all levels
  • Strong attention to detail

Language Requirements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Conversational in any other language is a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical requirements outlined below indicate those necessary to fulfill this position's core responsibilities. While performing job duties, the employee will regularly engage in activities such as using hands to finger, handle, or feel and communicating verbally. Additionally, the employee will frequently need to reach with hands and arms while standing and walking as part of the role. Occasional lifting and movement of objects weighing up to fifty (50) pounds and using a ladder may be required. This position also demands specific vision capabilities, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodation will be provided according to ADA regulations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job's essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Manufacturing environment: A work environment in a manufacturing plant is the physical and social setting where goods production occurs. Depending on the type of product, process, and plant, the work environment may vary in terms of noise, temperature, safety, and demand. Common characteristics of a work environment in a manufacturing plant are the use of machinery and exposure to hazards such as chemicals, heat, dust, or noise, with a culture of teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Amphenol CDI is fully committed to minimizing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. To achieve this, we adhere to all applicable environmental regulations and laws, prevent pollution, and continuously improve our environmental performance in all our global operations. This is possible through an Environmental Management System that provides a framework for setting and reviewing our environmental objectives and targets. We aim to identify and reduce any negative environmental impact our business activities may have.

Personal Protective Equipment Requirements

  • ASTM F–2412–2005, ANSI Z41–1999, or ANSI Z41–1991 rated safety toe shoes in specific areas.
  • Clear ANSI Z87.1 safety-rated glasses in specific areas.
  • Hearing protection in specific locations.
  • Ability to compile with JSA in specific areas.

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and EAR (Export Administration Regulations) technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as US Persons, defined as US Citizens or Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders).

TRAVEL

Approximately 0-10% of travel is expected.

Salary Information

According to several states' laws, this position's salary range falls between $21.00 and $25.00 hourly. However, this salary information is merely a general guideline. When extending an offer, Amphenol CDI considers various factors such as the position's responsibilities, scope of work, candidate's work experience, education/training, essential skills, internal pay equity, and market considerations.

AMPHENOL CIT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE COMPANY DESIRES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE. THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP REMAINS "AT-WILL." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.

Amphenol CIT is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. For more information regarding EEOC requirements please visit http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/OFCCP_EEO_Supplement_Final_JRF_QA_508c.pdf

Due to the nature of our business, the candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship. Position requires candidate to be a U.S. person as defined in ITAR, 22 CFR 120.15 (U.S. Citizenship or Resident Alien Status) and defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a) (20).

Amphenol CIT participates in the United States Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program. The E-Verify program is a web-based employment eligibility verification system for newly hired employees operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Any candidate that needs an accommodation or assistance with the application process should contact HR at Recruiting-Corp@AMPHENOL-CIT.COM

Salary : $21 - $25

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