CNC Lathe Machinist
SlingShot Connections - Newark, CA
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About the jobThe CNC Lathe Machinist programs, sets up, and operates multi-axis CNC lathes to produce high-precision components for aerospace, semiconductor, and advanced manufacturing industries.We're looking for someone who? Has 5+ years of CNC lathe machining experience? Has strong experience setting up and programming with Fanuc and Okuma controls? Is able to independently set up multi-axis CNC lathes from engineering drawings with minimal supervision? Can read and interpret complex technical drawings and GD&T? Has experience with tight tolerance machining (aerospace preferred)? Is proficient using inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges? Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail? Is familiar with ERP systems such as Shopkeeper or Epicor (preferred)? Has experience working in an AS9100 or ISO 9001 environment (preferred)? Has experience machining materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, Inconel, and titanium (preferred)? Is comfortable working in low-to-medium volume production environments (preferred)? Meets U.S. Person requirements in accordance with ITAR regulationsWhat you'll do? Independently set up and program CNC lathe machines, including multi-axis equipment? Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and GD&T requirements? Perform first article inspections and in-process checks? Optimize tooling, feeds, and speeds for efficiency and quality? Troubleshoot machining issues and implement corrective actions? Maintain accurate documentation including job travelers and inspection records? Ensure compliance with quality standards and shop procedures? Collaborate with engineering and quality teams on process improvements? Participate in process time estimation exercises? Support CNC mills and other shop operations as needed? Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment
Created: 2026-05-10