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Machinist

PDS Tech Commercial, Inc.
Torrance, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
Precision Machining Starts With You as a Machinist with PDS Tech!

Pay Rate: $25.07 – $25.81/hr

We’re seeking skilled Machinists with hands-on experience in either CNC lathes or CNC mills. In this role, you’ll support the production of high-quality metal components by setting up machines, maintaining tight tolerances, and ensuring accuracy through inspection and workmanship.

CNC Lathe Experience

Required Experience (One of the Following)

  • Setting up and operating CNC lathes
  • Experience boring jaws to hold tight runout tolerances

OR

CNC Mill Experience

  • Setting up and running production on CNC mills
  • Performing first article inspections

What You’ll Do

  • Operate CNC machines to assemble, repair, and fabricate metal parts
  • Read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
  • Ensure parts meet required dimensions and tolerance levels
  • Assemble components into subassemblies or finished products
  • Perform first article and in-process inspections
  • Maintain consistent quality and production output
  • Follow established procedures and shop standards

What You’ll Need

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • 2–4 years of CNC machining experience
  • Strong ability to read and understand blueprints and technical drawings
  • Knowledge of machining concepts, tools, and processes
  • Attention to detail with a focus on quality and accuracy

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift 30 lbs. regularly
  • Work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery and other physical risks
  • Repetitive motion and standing required throughout the shift

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive hourly pay based on experience
  • Opportunity to grow your machining expertise
  • Hands-on role producing precision-engineered components
  • Structured environment with clear processes and expectations

Ready to Apply Your CNC Skills?

If you have experience with CNC mills or lathes and are committed to precision and quality, apply today to take the next step in your machining career.

Pay Details: $25.07 to $25.81 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.pdstech.com/candidate-privacy

Requirements

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Salary : $25 - $26

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