CNC LATHE SET-UP MACHINIST

At a GlanceCompany: Campbell Engineering Inc.Location: Lake Forest, CA (Orange County)Job Type: Full-TimePay Range: $31–$35/hour (based on experience)Shift: Day ShiftOvertime: Available as neededExperience Level: Senior (5–10 years)Work Authorization: Must be eligible to work in the U.S. (AS9100 / ITAR environment)---Why This Role ExistsThis role exists to support ongoing production demand and long-term workload stability at Campbell Engineering.As a CNC Lathe Set-Up Machinist, you'll play a critical role in producing high-precision components for aerospace, medical, optical, and high-tech customers. This is not a button-pushing role — it's a true setup position where quality, consistency, and craftsmanship matter.---The Work You'll Be DoingIn this role, you will:Perform complete CNC lathe setups for repeat and production jobsSet up and run single-turret horizontal CNC lathes with Y-axisWork with lathe + live tooling / mill-turn configurationsLoad, edit, and prove out programs as neededSet tooling, offsets, and workholdingRead and interpret engineering drawings and blueprintsHold tight tolerances on precision componentsPerform in-process and first-article inspectionsCollaborate with programmers, engineering, and quality teamsFollow AS9100 / ISO 9001 quality procedures and documentation---Machines, Controls & SoftwareYou'll work with equipment such as:Machines:CNC Lathes with Y-axis and live tooling (mill-turn)Controls:FanucCAM Software:MastercamInspection Tools:Standard precision measuring tools for in-process inspection---What We're Looking ForRequired:5–10 years of CNC machining experience , focused on CNC lathesProven experience performing full CNC lathe setupsExperience with Fanuc controlsAbility to read blueprints and machine to printStrong understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, and offsetsComfortable working independently in a production environmentPreferred (Not Required):Experience with mill-turn or live toolingFamiliarity editing Mastercam-generated programsExperience in AS9100 / ISO-certified machine shops---Materials You'll Work WithAluminumSteel & stainless steelHardened alloysPlastics---Why Machinists Like Working HereMachinists choose Campbell Engineering Inc. because:Clean, organized, quality-driven shop environmentModern CNC equipmentDiverse, precision work — not repetitive button-pushingStable workload from prototype through productionLong-tenured team and collaborative cultureA company that values craftsmanship, honesty, and teamwork---Pay, Benefits & Schedule$31–$35/hour , based on experienceFull-time, stable employmentClimate-controlled, AS9100-certified facilityLong-term growth opportunities with a respected Orange County manufacturer---ApplyInterested machinists can apply directly through hireCNC .Apply Now or save this job to come back later.

Created: 2026-04-09