Precision CNC Lathe Setup & First-Article Specialist
$30 - $35 per hourAMI Precision Machining
Precision CNC Lathe Setup & First-Article SpecialistLocation: Pomona, CAPay: $30–$35/hour (direct-hire)Hours: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.Is this you?Do you enjoy taking a raw setup and turning it into a dialed-in, repeatable process?Can you interpret GD&T quickly and translate it into a reliable setup plan?Are you confident inspecting your own first articles and adjusting offsets without oversight?Do you thrive in a fast-paced job-shop environment where every day brings a new challenge?Role SnapshotOwn full CNC lathe setups (2–4 axis), from tooling and workholding to offsets and verification.Read and apply blueprints/GD&T, validate critical features, and document first-article results.Troubleshoot tooling wear, improve speeds/feeds, and stabilize cycles for production.Produce parts for aerospace and commercial applications (no prior aerospace experience required).Must-HavesIndependent CNC lathe setup experience.Blueprint literacy with GD&T proficiency.Precision measurement and first-article inspection capability.Hands-on troubleshooting of tooling, offsets, speeds, and feeds.Reliable commute to Pomona for the day shift.Great-to-HaveFanuc control familiarity.Live tooling experience.Y-axis, sub-spindle, or bar feeder exposure.Aerospace or medical parts background.AS9100 or ISO job-shop experience.Experience with aluminum, stainless steel, or titanium.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent; technical machining education/certification a plus.Track record as a CNC lathe operator/machinist with setup ownership.Understanding of CNC programming concepts and standard setup practices.Comfortable with G-code and M-code.Ability to interpret technical drawings and documentation.Detail-focused, analytical, and solutions-oriented.Team player who can also work independently in a fast-paced shop.Knowledge of machining safety protocols.What You’re Proficient InGD&TCNC ToolingG-CodeM-CodeCNC Machine Setup & ChangeoverPrecision Measurement & Hand MetrologyAdvanced Inspection & Gauge MeasurementMachine Setups for Production RunsEquipment & References You’ll Use2D DrawingsCNC Lathe (2–4 axis)Why this role?If you like being the go-to person for first-article success and enjoy seeing your setups run clean and accurate, you’ll fit right in. Join us and make an immediate impact on parts that matter in both commercial and aerospace environments. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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