CNC Machinist Level III - Lathe

CNC Machinist Level III

• Lathe If you take pride in mastering complex setups, solving machining challenges, and helping others grow technically, join our machining team as a CNC Machinist Level III
• Lathe.

This role serves as an advanced CNC lathe technician responsible for leading sophisticated setups, stabilizing and owning machining processes, improving tooling strategies, and mentoring/developing machinists while maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency. This opportunity is at our new headquarters in Ogden — named one of the top three large U.S. cities and ranked 2nd overall for job growth, economic opportunity, and housing affordability according to the Milken Institute's 2025 Best-Performing Cities!

OUR CORE VALUES

We're building a team centered around four essential values that define how we operate: Integrity

• We operate with honesty, discipline, and transparency. Accountability
• We take ownership of outcomes, not just tasks. Innovation
• We challenge assumptions and improve systems relentlessly. Teamwork
• We collaborate with respect, urgency, and shared standards of excellence.

POSITION SUMMARY

The CNC Machinist Level III

• Lathe independently performs complex CNC lathe setups and supervises production runs, drives process stability, and supports continuous improvement initiatives.

This in-person role works closely with Engineering, Quality, and Production leadership to troubleshoot technical issues, optimize machining strategies, and ensure repeatable, high-precision manufacturing performance. Requires occasional travel to PHT's Redlands, CA location for training and to provide support.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Perform full setups on complex CNC lathe jobs including tooling selection, offsets, workholding, and program verification Serve as technical escalation point for complex lathe machining issues Run multi-operation parts with tight tolerances, critical surface finishes, and challenging materials Troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues; suggest and implement corrective actions, as needed Optimize feeds, speeds, chip control, and tool life to improve cycle time and consistency Apply GD&T and datum structure to determine workholding strategy, setup sequence, and inspection approach Identify tolerance stack-up risks and escalate manufacturability concerns when process capability may not meet print intent/requirements Conduct advanced in-process inspections using precision measurement equipment Support first article builds, engineering releases, and new product introduction Document setups, tooling strategies, and standard work to improve repeatability across shifts Mentor Level I and II machinists through hands-on coaching Monitor process performance and take action to prevent recurring defects and meet production requirements Collaborate with Engineering and Quality on fixture improvements and process capability efforts Perform preventive maintenance tasks and identify early machine performance issues Maintain and improve 5S standards for tooling, workholding, and setup readiness within assigned machines or work cell Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on scrap reduction, setup reduction, and throughput Adhere to PHT's

QMS WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Required 5+ years CNC lathe machining experience or equivalent advanced technical capability Proven ability to independently complete complex setups and troubleshoot production issues Advanced blueprint interpretation, including GD&T application, to machining strategy and inspection planning Advanced metrology proficiency and ability to validate critical features Experience optimizing tooling and improving process stability Ability to mentor and lead developing machinists Ability to document and standardize setup best practices Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills Commitment to safety, quality, and standard work U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency required in accordance with ITAR regulations Preferred Citizen / Swiss-type lathe experience Multi-axis or live tooling experience Experience supporting first article or process validation activities Fixture or tooling design input experience Participation in lean or continuous improvement initiatives Safety Responsibilities Follow all safety procedures and machine guarding requirements Proper use of required PPE including safety glasses and protective equipment Identify and report unsafe conditions or equipment concerns immediately Follow lockout/tagout procedures

Pay Range:

$40-50 per hour depending on experience

Schedule:

Full-time, 40 hours per week (overtime available)

Pay:

$40.00

• $50.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person