Machinist - Swing Shift - at Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (full Time) (IK)

Machinist

Client in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA provides precision-machined components that power Client's industry-leading electronic measurement equipment. In this full-time role, you will execute machining processes on swing shift utilizing Swiss lathes, advanced metrology, and auxiliary equipment to guarantee components meet Keysight's exacting standards. This position will require a knack for precision, detail, and handling of extremely small turned parts. Client seeks a self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, multicultural environment and values teamwork. The start time for this position is between 2pm and 4pm. May be required to work on day shift during training periods.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines CNC Swiss style lathe independently during swing shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous production
• Perform complete machine setups, including tooling selection, offsets, program verification, and first-article approval
• Make in-process adjustments to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain part quality and dimensional control
• Take full ownership of product quality on night shift, including inspection, documentation, and adherence to specifications and control plans
• Identify, troubleshoot, and correct machining issues such as tool wear, machine alarms, surface finish problems, and dimensional variation
• Work closely with day shift to ensure smooth handoff, including clear communication of machine status, job progress, open issues, and improvement opportunities
• Follow standard work, drawings, and setup sheets while applying expert judgment to optimize process stability and cycle time
• Perform routine machine checks and preventive actions to minimize downtime and ensure equipment readiness
• Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records per operational requirements
• Escalate quality, safety, or equipment concerns as needed to prevent defects from reaching the next operation
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool machine shop area
• Grind, sharpen, and recondition carbide and HSS cutting tools per specification

Minimum 5 years of experience with one or more of the following:

• CNC Swiss/Lathe/Mill
• Strong working knowledge of FANUC CNC controls
• Proven experience machining small, high-precision turned parts
• Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues
• Carbide Tool Grinding and/or Resharpening
• Advanced Metrology
• CNC Programming
• Interpreting Specifications, Including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Education/Experience: May require some specialized training/certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay Range: USD $67,030.00 - USD $111,720.00 Year (Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region)

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program. US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision
• Health Savings Account
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life, Accident, Disability insurance
• Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health
• 401(k) Plan
• Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Family Leave
• Discounts, Perks
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Restricted Stock Units

Compensation:

Base Salary - USD $67,030 to $111,720

Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate

Interview Travel Reimbursed - Yes

Candidate Details

5+ to 7 years experience

Seniority Level - Mid-Senior

Minimum Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent

Willingness to Travel - Occasionally