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Pay: $27–$35/hr Schedule: Full-time | 8-hour shifts | Day, Evening, Night | Overtime available Location: Santa Ana, CaliforniaRicaurte Precision, Inc. (RPI) is an industry-leading, technology-first precision machine shop specializing in complex, tight-tolerance components for aerospace, medical, defense, energy, and advanced manufacturing industries. With 24/7 lights-out automation, 5-axis machining, Swiss, multi-axis lathes, and advanced inspection systems, RPI produces more than 300 precision parts monthly with tolerances as tight as ±0.0002”.We are seeking an experienced CNC Set Up Machinist to join our team. This person will set up and operate multi-axis CNC machines, perform first-article and in-process inspections, and maintain exceptional quality in a fast-paced, high-precision environment.<h2>What You’ll Do (Job Responsibilities)</h2><ul><li>Set up and operate CNC mills and/or lathes (multi-axis, live-tooling, Swiss, or 5-axis depending on experience).</li><li>Read and interpret blueprints, setup sheets, digital work instructions, tool lists, and GD&amp;T.</li><li>Install and align tooling, fixtures, vises, and attachments according to job requirements.</li><li>Perform first article inspections and make program or offset adjustments as needed.</li><li>Run production cycles according to work orders, priorities, and production management direction.</li><li>Inspect parts throughout production to maintain tight tolerances and ensure consistent quality.</li><li>Enter required data into ERP (ProShop), QMS (HighQA), and machine monitoring systems (Datanomix).</li><li>Document and report non-conforming parts, including root-cause analysis and corrective actions.</li><li>Assist programmers, production managers, and leads to optimize workflow and minimize machine downtime.</li><li>Support continuous improvement through tooling optimization, fixture organization, and process feedback.</li><li>Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.</li><li>Perform other machining or shop tasks as assigned.</li></ul><h2>Qualifications</h2><ul><li>5+ years of CNC machining experience in a tight-tolerance, precision manufacturing environment.</li><li>Strong ability to set up CNC machines independently, including tooling, fixtures, and program edits.</li><li>Proficient with G-code, offsets, probing, and multi-axis machining processes.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to contribute effectively in a fast-paced team environment.</li><li>Willingness to assist other departments to support overall shop productivity.</li><li>Strong alignment with RPI’s Core Values:<ul><li>Excellence in Communication</li><li>Attention to Detail &amp; Quality</li><li>Flexibility &amp; Resourcefulness</li><li>Eagerness to Grow</li><li>Gratitude for Team &amp; Clients</li></ul></li></ul><h2>Benefits</h2><ul><li>401(k) + company match</li><li>Medical, dental, vision</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Stable Monday–Friday schedule with available overtime</li><li>Growth opportunities in a state-of-the-art, automation-driven machine shop</li></ul><h2>Pay Range</h2>$27.00 – $35.00 per hour, depending on experience and technical capability.

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Pay: $40–$55/hr (DOE) + overtime Location: Santa Ana, CA Schedule: Full-time | Monday–Friday | ~10 hrs/week OT availableRicaurte Precision, Inc. (RPI) is a technology-first, automation-driven precision machine shop serving aerospace, medical, defense, and advanced manufacturing industries. With 5-axis mills, multi-axis lathes, Swiss, EDM, and 24/7 lights-out automation, we machine complex components from titanium, Inconel, stainless steel, Hastelloy, Vespel, PEEK, and other demanding materials—holding tolerances down to ±0.0002”.We are expanding rapidly and seeking an experienced CNC Programmer who thrives on solving complex machining challenges and pushing the limits of advanced 5-axis technology. If you’re ready to move beyond simple aluminum work and grow your career in a world-class precision environment, this is the next step.<h2>What You’ll Do (Job Responsibilities)</h2><ul><li>Program 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills, live-tooling lathes, Swiss lathes, and Wire EDM equipment.</li><li>Review CAD models, blueprints, and GD&amp;T to develop efficient machining strategies.</li><li>Select optimal tools, holders, cutting parameters, and machining sequences for hard metals and engineered plastics.</li><li>Match part requirements with the best machine platforms (Matsuura, Robodrill, Okuma, Nakamura, Citizen, etc.).</li><li>Support machinists with setups, troubleshooting, and optimization.</li><li>Collaborate with programmers, machinists, and quality engineers to ensure repeatability, accuracy, and throughput.</li><li>Participate in quoting, process planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Contribute to tooling strategies, fixture design concepts, and machining best practices.</li></ul><h2>Required Skills &amp; Experience</h2><ul><li>3–5 years of CNC programming experience in a precision machining environment.</li><li>Experience programming hard materials (titanium, Inconel, stainless, tool steels, or engineered plastics) on 3-axis or 4-axis mills OR experience programming 5-axis mills (even in aluminum applications).</li><li>Strong understanding of feeds &amp; speeds, toolpath strategies, GD&amp;T, and precision machining principles.</li><li>Ability to collaborate closely with machinists and support shop-floor execution.</li><li>Eagerness to learn, grow, and work with cutting-edge automation and modern CNC technologies.</li></ul><h2>Preferred Experience (Nice to Have)</h2><ul><li>Experience programming Matsuura 5-axis machines.</li><li>Proficiency with Mastercam or ESPRIT CAM software.</li><li>Exposure to AS9100 environments and structured quality systems.</li><li>Familiarity with advanced inspection tools (CMM, Keyence, VisionGauge).</li></ul><h2>Why You’ll Love Working at Ricaurte Precision</h2><ul><li>$40–$55/hr depending on experience, plus overtime after 8 hours/day or 40 hours/week (~10 hours OT weekly).</li><li>Work in a state-of-the-art Santa Ana facility with high-end CNC technology, automation, and 24/7 lights-out systems.</li><li>Medical, dental, vision with employer contributions.</li><li>Life insurance, paid holidays, paid time off.</li><li>401(k) with company match.</li><li>Access to top-tier tools, software, inspections systems, and special-request equipment.</li><li>Collaborative, high-performance culture where engineering and programming are valued.</li></ul>

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