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Technical Manual Machinist/Machine Operator

CTC
Costa Mesa, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 8/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/2/2026

Work hours: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM PST

Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (on-site)

Duration: 12 months

Technical Manual Machinist


We are looking for a highly motivated Technician, Manual Machine Shop.


What you’ll be doing:

· Review, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output.

· Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job in liaison with the facility planners.

· Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping.

· Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes, Mill, grinder etc..) and position or load material for a job.

· Select tools and cutting conditions. Generate and maintain programs.

· Define and manufacture tooling fixture/JIG required to manufacture the parts.

· Check output to ensure consistency with specifications. Request confirmation from QC.

· Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages or solicit intervention from the maintenance department.

· Operate the machines safely


Qualifications/ What you bring (Must Haves) – Highlight Top 3-5 skills

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Minimum 5 years of experience in a manual machine shop or tool room department. Or Preferred Experience as described below.

· Must be able to read blueprints and work instructions in English.

· Must have the knowledge of and be able to use all measuring devices to ensure the quality of the manufactured components


Physical requirements are listed below but not limited to:

· Standing- Frequent/Intermittent Up to 8 hours per day.

· Walking- Occasionally/Intermittent Up to 8 hours per day.

· Sitting- Occasionally/Intermittent. Lifting- Up to 50 lbs.

· Occasionally/Intermittent. Carrying up to 50 lbs.

· Occasionally/Intermittent Pushing/Pulling-between 50-100 lbs

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