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Swiss-Type CNC Lathe Specialist
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RPS Recruitment
Placentia, CA (In Person)
$63,440 Salary, Full-Time
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Swiss-Type CNC Lathe Specialist RPS Recruitment Placentia, CA Job Details $28 - $33 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Machine tool maintenance Inspection gauge Mechanical blueprint interpretation Measurement-based inspection Machine setup Defect detection (quality control) Equipment setup (production tasks) Tooling Machining tool setup English Mid-level Mechanical drawings Dimensional measurements Machine operation safety procedures CNC quality inspection Quality issues Precision measurement in machining Machine adjustment Manufacturing company experience Cutting tools Equipment adjustment (production tasks) CNC machine maintenance Full Job Description Step into a day on the line When your shift begins (1st or 2nd shift options are available), you review dispatch priorities, set up your Swiss-type CNC lathes, and confirm tools and offsets. Throughout the day you keep two to three machines running smoothly, verify part quality with precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, gauges), and make careful offset tweaks or minor program edits to keep components within spec. You watch for tool wear, swap out damaged cutters, and follow safety procedures and routine maintenance schedules to sustain production flow. About the work and impact You'll be producing precision parts that go into aircraft latches and latching systems used across commercial, military, and space programs. Accuracy matters, reliability matters, and your craftsmanship directly supports flight hardware trusted worldwide. About the company Join a well-established aerospace manufacturer with more than 80 years of heritage designing and building high‑performance latching solutions. The team is collaborative, quality-driven, and focused on continuous improvement. Expect long-term stability, opportunities to deepen your technical skill set, ongoing CNC training and development, competitive hourly rates, and a comprehensive benefits package. What you'll handle Set up and run multi‑axis Swiss screw machines to produce parts to drawing requirements Keep production moving by operating two to three machines during your shift Inspect parts using precision instruments to verify conformance to tight tolerances Identify worn or damaged tooling; perform minor program edits and make offset adjustments Follow dispatch priorities, adhere to safety procedures, and complete routine maintenance to support output goals What you bring Hands-on experience operating CNC Swiss machines in a precision manufacturing environment Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical instructions in English Sharp attention to detail with a knack for spotting machining defects and surface finish issues Good manual dexterity and strong hand‑eye coordination Self‑motivated, dependable, and comfortable working with minimal supervision while upholding high quality standards All successful applicants will be contacted within two working days.