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Machinist

GTT, LLC
Santa Ana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/25/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/24/2025

Primary Job Title:
Machinist

Alternate/Related Job Titles:
  • CNC Machinist
  • Manual Machinist
  • Lathe and Milling Operator
  • Manufacturing Technician – Machining
  • Precision Machinist
Location:
Santa Ana, CA

Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite

Contract Details:
  • Position Type: Contract
  • Contract Duration: 6 months
  • Start: As Soon As Possible
  • Pay Rate: $25.40/hr
  • Shift/Hours: 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. (PST)

Job Summary:
The Machinist operates and maintains precision manufacturing equipment, including lathes, mills, and grinders, to produce high-quality components that meet exact specifications. This role requires meticulous attention to detail, strong technical knowledge of machining operations, and the flexibility to perform rework on non-conforming materials to meet deadlines in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Operate and maintain lathe, milling, grinding, balancing, and spin test machines.
  • Perform rework on non-conforming outsourced materials to meet production deadlines.
  • Review drawings, blueprints, and instructions to ensure accuracy and compliance with design specifications.
  • Take precise measurements and select appropriate machines, tools, and settings for each task.
  • Inspect finished parts for quality assurance and document or discard defects as required.
  • Identify and perform minor machine maintenance and repairs.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles.
  • Support on-time delivery (OTD) initiatives by assisting in production bottlenecks.
  • Collaborate effectively with Engineering, Quality, and HSE teams.
  • Contribute to team success by performing additional duties as needed.

Required Experience:
  • 5 years of machining or manufacturing assembly experience.
  • Proficiency with manufacturing procedures, geometric dimensioning (ANSI Y14.5), and tolerancing.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and safely in a high-speed production environment.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and coordination skills.
  • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and 5S principles.

Education:
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Technical training or certification in machining or manufacturing – preferred.

Required Skills:
  • Machining setup, operation, and troubleshooting
  • Reading blueprints and using precision measurement tools
  • Quality control and defect documentation
Preferred Skills:
  • CNC and manual machining expertise
  • Preventive maintenance and equipment repair
  • Forklift operation and safety procedures
Additional Skills:
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic computer applications
  • Arithmetic and measurement calculations
  • Team collaboration across production and quality functions

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
  • Work Environment: Outdoor production area with variable conditions.
  • PPE: Required (provided by employer).
  • Lifting: 20–40 lbs. regularly; up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
  • Heights: Up to 10 feet.
  • Equipment: May operate forklifts and other material-handling machinery.

Benefits:
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
  • 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client:
A global leader in gases, technologies, and services for industry and healthcare, operating in over 60 countries and serving 4 million customers and patients worldwide. The company fosters a collaborative, innovative environment where employees can grow while contributing to sustainable and cutting-edge industrial solutions.

About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. As a Native American-owned, economically disadvantaged corporation, we highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces. Our clients include Fortune 500 firms across manufacturing, life sciences, and engineering sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 25-27555
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