CNC Machinist

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist for a direct hire opportunity in Valencia, CA, supporting precision manufacturing within the aerospace and defense industry. This role is ideal for a skilled machinist with 3 to 5 years of hands-on CNC machining experience who takes pride in producing high-quality, close-tolerance components. Key Responsibilities Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines to produce precision components according to specifications. Read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, job travelers, and technical drawings. Perform dimensional inspections using precision measuring tools to verify part quality and compliance. Make machine offsets, tool changes, and basic adjustments to maintain production quality. Maintain accurate production records and follow established shop procedures. Support a clean, safe, and organized machining environment while meeting production deadlines. Compensation and Benefits Pay range: $30 to $32 per hour. Job type: Direct hire. Location: Valencia, CA. Required Qualifications and Skills Set up and operate CNC machining equipment for precision production. Produce aerospace and defense components to tight tolerances and quality standards. Interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and machining instructions. Perform in-process inspections and make adjustments to maintain quality. 3 to 5 years of CNC machining experience. Strong understanding of machining processes, tooling, feeds, speeds, and offsets. Ability to use precision inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, gauges, and indicators. Experience working with close tolerances in a manufacturing or production environment. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with strong attention to detail. Dependable work habits, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety and quality. Preferred Qualifications Experience machining parts for the aerospace and defense industry. Familiarity with quality-driven manufacturing environments and documented production processes. Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-focused shop environment. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disabled / Protected Veterans The Know Your Rights poster is available here: The pay transparency policy is available here: For temporary assignments lasting 13 weeks or longer, AppleOne is pleased to offer major medical, dental, vision, 401k and any statutory sick pay where required. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact your staffing representative who will reach out to our HR team. AppleOne participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program. We also consider for employment qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements, including, if applicable, the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Pursuant to applicable state and municipal Fair Chance Laws and Ordinances, we will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, including, if applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For Los Angeles, CA applicants: Qualified applications 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr AppleOne