Machinist - Swing Shift - at Rancho Santa Margarita, CA (full Time) (IK)
central business solutionsRancho Santa Margarita (CA)
$67,030 - $111,720 per year
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central business solutionsRancho Santa Margarita (CA)
SENIORITY
Senior
SALARY
$67,030 - $111,720 per year
About the role
Machinist Client in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA provides precision-machined components that power Client's industry-leading electronic measurement equipment. In this full-time role, you will execute machining processes on swing shift utilizing Swiss lathes, advanced metrology, and auxiliary equipment to guarantee components meet Keysight's exacting standards. This position will require a knack for precision, detail, and handling of extremely small turned parts. Client seeks a self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced, multicultural environment and values teamwork. The start time for this position is between 2pm and 4pm. May be required to work on day shift during training periods.
Responsibilities:
- Operate CNC machines CNC Swiss style lathe independently during swing shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous production
- Perform complete machine setups, including tooling selection, offsets, program verification, and first-article approval
- Make in-process adjustments to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain part quality and dimensional control
- Take full ownership of product quality on night shift, including inspection, documentation, and adherence to specifications and control plans
- Identify, troubleshoot, and correct machining issues such as tool wear, machine alarms, surface finish problems, and dimensional variation
- Work closely with day shift to ensure smooth handoff, including clear communication of machine status, job progress, open issues, and improvement opportunities
- Follow standard work, drawings, and setup sheets while applying expert judgment to optimize process stability and cycle time
- Perform routine machine checks and preventive actions to minimize downtime and ensure equipment readiness
- Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records per operational requirements
- Escalate quality, safety, or equipment concerns as needed to prevent defects from reaching the next operation
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool machine shop area
- Grind, sharpen, and recondition carbide and HSS cutting tools per specification
- Minimum 5 years of experience with one or more of the following: CNC Swiss/Lathe/MillStrong working knowledge of FANUC CNC controls
- Proven experience machining small, high-precision turned parts
- Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues
- Carbide Tool Grinding and/or Resharpening
- Advanced MetrologyCNC Programming
- Interpreting Specifications, Including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Education/Experience:
May require some specialized training/certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Pay Range:
- USD $67,030.00 - USD $111,720.00 Year (Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region)
- This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program. US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, dental and vision
- Health Savings Account
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life, Accident, Disability insurance
- Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health 401(k) Plan
- Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays
- Paid Family Leave
- Discounts, Perks
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Adoption AssistanceESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
- Restricted Stock Units
Compensation: Base Salary - USD $67,030 to $111,720 Full-time
Benefits:
Full Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate Interview Travel Reimbursed - YesCandidate Details5+ to 7 years experience
Seniority Level: Mid-Senior
Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Willingness to Travel - Occasionally
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