CNC Lathe Machinist - PCC Gardena, CA

🔎At a Glance

Company: Precision Castparts Corp.
Location: Gardena, CA (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $26.00 – $39.25 per hour (based on experience)
Shift: Days or Afternoons | Monday–Friday
Overtime: Optional 6 hours Saturday
Experience Level: Mid-Level (2+ years)
Work Authorization: U.S. Person may be required (ITAR/EAR compliance)
Apply Link: Apply through hireCNC

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Why This Role Exists

This role exists to support continued production demand and operational growth across aerospace and industrial manufacturing programs.

At Precision Castparts Corp., this position plays a key role in producing highly engineered, tight-tolerance components used in aerospace, power generation, and energy applications — with a strong focus on quality, consistency, and on-time delivery.

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The Work You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Set up and operate CNC Lathes and automated machining cells (DMG Mori EcoTurn 450, DMG Mori NLX 2500/700, Hardinge, Takisawa)
• Prepare fixtures, load tooling, and set offsets for production runs
• Load, run, and make basic edits to CNC programs at the machine
• Run production and repeat jobs while maintaining quality standards
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using precision tools
• Adjust feeds, speeds, and offsets to maintain tolerances and part quality
• Read and interpret blueprints, shop travelers, and work instructions
• Verify prior operations are complete before starting new processes
• Troubleshoot basic machining or program issues as they arise
• Collaborate with supervisors, leads, and quality teams to ensure production goals are met

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Machines, Controls & Inspection Tools

You’ll work with equipment such as:

Machines:

• 2–3 Axis CNC Lathes - DMG Mori EcoTurn 450, DMG Mori NLX 2500/700, Hardinge, Takisawa
• Automated Machine Cells
• Drilling & Reaming Equipment

Controls:

• Fanuc
• Haas
• Mazak

Inspection Tools:

• Micrometers
• Calipers
• Height Gauges
• Air Gauges
• Bench Inspection Equipment

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Materials You’ll Work With

• Aluminum
• Alloy Steel
• Stainless Steel
• Aerospace-grade alloys

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What We’re Looking For

Required:

• 1+ years of CNC machining and setup experience
• Experience with CNC Lathes
• Ability to read blueprints and follow shop travelers
• Basic understanding of G & M codes
• Experience with setups, tooling, and offsets
• Familiarity with inspection tools (calipers, mics, gauges)
• Basic shop math (fractions, decimals, measurements)
• Ability to read and write English
• Safety-focused and reliable

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience with multi-axis (3+ axis) machining
• Exposure to automated machine cells
• Experience in aerospace or high-precision manufacturing
• Strong troubleshooting and process improvement mindset

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Why Machinists Like Working Here

Machinists choose Precision Castparts Corp. because:

• Clean, organized, and safety-focused shop environment
• Stable, long-term work supporting aerospace and energy industries
• Access to advanced machining equipment and technology
• Competitive pay and strong benefits package
• Opportunities to grow into advanced setup, programming, or leadership roles
• Backed by Berkshire Hathaway with strong long-term stability

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Pay, Benefits & Schedule

Pay Range: $26.00 – $39.25/hr (DOE)

Benefits:

• Quarterly Bonus
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• 40 hours PTO annually
• 10 paid holidays
• Life insurance

Schedule:

• Monday–Friday | Days or Afternoons

Overtime: As needed

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Apply

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