CNC Mill Machinist

•1st Shift

CNC Machinist Santa Fe Springs, California

Contract to Hire

Sep 15, 2026

CNC Mill Machinist

Location:

Santa Fe Springs, CA

Shift:

1st Shift | Monday

•Friday | 7:00 AM

•3:30 PM

Pay Rate:

$25.00

•$28.00 per hour (DOE)

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced CNC Mill Machinist to set up and operate CNC mills and lathes to manufacture precision aerospace components. The ideal candidate has strong setup experience, can read blueprints, inspect parts, and maintain quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Essential Responsibilities

Set up and operate 3

•and 4-axis Mazak CNC Mazak Mill or Awea (Vertical Mill) using Mazatrol Controls.

Perform complete machine setups, tooling changes, offsets, and fixture changes.

Read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and engineering drawings.

Monitor machine performance and adjust speeds, feeds, and tooling as needed.

Inspect finished parts using precision measuring equipment.

Complete production documentation and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Operate forklifts, cranes, and hoists as needed.

Follow all safety procedures and perform other assigned duties. Qualifications

Must meet ITAR requirements (U.S. Citizen or U.S. Person).

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent experience.

3-5 years of CNC setup and machining experience.

Experience independently setting up CNC mills.

Strong blueprint reading, GD&T, and precision measuring skills.

Knowledge of CNC programming edits, tooling, speeds, feeds, and offsets.

Experience Mazak CNC Mills (3

•and 4-axis) and Awea Vertical Mill (4 axis) using Mazatrol Controls.

Aerospace and conventional machining experience preferred.

Trade school, Forklift, Crane, or GD&T certification is a plus.