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CNC Machine Operator - Mill & Lathe | Precision Manufacturing

Pave Talent
Hawthorne, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/8/2026
Ready to operate cutting-edge CNC equipment in a precision manufacturing environment? Join a growing team where your machining skills will produce high-quality components that meet stringent industry standards.About Our Client Pave Talent is hiring on behalf of our client - an established precision manufacturing company in Hawthorne, CA known for producing critical components in a quality-focused, safety-first, team-oriented environment. This facility operates advanced CNC lathes, Swiss lathes, and milling machines with opportunities for skilled machinists to grow their technical expertise.Your Impact As CNC Machine Operator, you'll be essential to daily production operations, manufacturing precision parts that meet exact specifications. You'll work with various CNC equipment including mills, lathes, and Swiss-type machines while utilizing precision measuring instruments to ensure every component meets quality standards. This hands-on role offers the opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing technology in a collaborative shop environment.What You'll DoOperate CNC lathes and milling machines to manufacture precision parts according to blueprints and technical specificationsUse precision measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines (CMM) to verify part dimensionsRead and interpret blueprints and technical drawings to understand part requirements and tolerancesApply GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) principles to ensure parts meet design specificationsConduct routine maintenance and troubleshoot equipment issues to maintain production flowCollaborate with team members to improve manufacturing processes using lean manufacturing principlesUse hand tools and power tools for assembly and fabrication tasks as neededMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following all safety protocolsWhat You Bring - RequiredMinimum 1 year of hands-on CNC milling machine experienceMinimum 1 year of CNC lathe operating experienceMinimum 1 year of Swiss lathe experience (specialized precision turning machines)Strong blueprint reading skills and ability to interpret technical drawingsProficiency with precision measuring instruments and inspection toolsBasic math skills for machining calculations including dimensions and tolerancesMechanical knowledge with ability to troubleshoot equipment effectivelyWhat You Bring - PreferredExperience with electrical discharge machining (EDM) processesWelding skillsForklift operation experienceBackground in plastics injection moldingFamiliarity with CAD software such as SolidWorksWhat's In It For You???? Competitive Pay: Market-competitive compensation based on experience and skill level???? Comprehensive Benefits: 401(k) with company matching, health insurance from Day 1???? Skill Development: Work with diverse CNC equipment including Swiss lathes and advanced mills???? Quality Focus: Join a team committed to precision and excellence in manufacturing???? Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced machinists in a supportive shop culture???? Hands-On Work: Engage directly with cutting-edge CNC technology and precision instrumentsThe Culture You'll join a team that values attention to detail, quality craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. This is a shop where machinists take pride in their work and collaborate to solve manufacturing challenges together.Ready to Make an Impact? This is a confidential search - your application is fully private. Apply now and Pave Talent will contact qualified candidates within 48 hours.

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