CNC Machinist

Our high-precision manufacturing center in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA, provides precision-machined components that power 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 exacting standards. This position requires a knack for precision, detail, and the handling of extremely small turned parts.

We seek a self-motivated, organized, and detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, multicultural environment and values teamwork.

• Shift Schedule: Start time is between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

• Training: May be required to work on the day shift during initial training periods.

salary: $68,000 - $112,000 per year
shift: Second
work hours: 2 PM - 10:30 PM
education: High School

Responsibilities

• Autonomous Operation: Independently operated CNC Swiss-style lathes during swing shifts, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous production.

• Setup & Verification: Managed full machine setups, including tooling selection, offset configuration, program verification, and first-article approvals.

• Precision Adjustments: Executed in-process adjustments to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain strict dimensional control and part quality.

• Quality Accountability: Took full ownership of night-shift quality through rigorous inspection, documentation, and adherence to control plans.

• Technical Troubleshooting: Identified and resolved machining issues, including tool wear, machine alarms, and surface finish variations.

• Shift Coordination: Facilitated seamless handoffs with day-shift teams, communicating machine status, job progress, and optimization opportunities.

• Process Optimization: Utilized expert judgment and technical drawings to stabilize processes and reduce cycle times.

• Maintenance & Safety: Performed routine preventive maintenance to minimize downtime and maintained a clean, organized, and safe shop environment.

• Tool Restoration: Skilled in grinding and reconditioning carbide and HSS cutting tools to exact specifications.

• Reporting: Maintained accurate production, quality, and downtime records to support operational goals.

The essential functions of this role include:

• working in a smoke free environment
• wearing steel toe shoes
• working in a non-temperature controlled environment
• manual lifting up to 50lbs
• standing for 7 hours at one time
• working up to 6 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

• CNC Programming
• CNC Swiss/Lathe/Mill
• FANUC
• Blueprints
• Carbide Tool Grinding

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 5 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.


Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.