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CNC Lathe Setup Technician/Operator

Karman Space & Defense
Santa Ana, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/23/2025

SUMMARY:

Operate the CNC machine in the most efficient manner possible by assuring that material, tooling, cutters, NC Programs and equipment are ready for use. Coordinate product flow with Management to support Customer demand. Work with NC Programmers to coordinate set-ups and manufacture of product. The CNC machinist must be able to explain the respective role within the QMS and how their role contributes to quality (Ref. Quality Procedures). The CNC machinist shall contribute to product conformity as apart to their daily job function and shall contribute to product safety (Ref. job travelers and the Injury and Illness Prevention Program Handbook). The CNC machinist shall also be aware of ethical behavior and conduct themselves accordingly to AMRO policies and procedures (Ref. Employee Handbook).

About US

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • opportunity for 10 hours of overtime (paid at time and a half)
  • Medical, Dental
  • Vision
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) | Paid Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Career Growth and Promotion Opportunities

Shift Schedule

  • 2nd Shift: 4:00 PM to 12:45AM
  • Monday-Friday

RESPONSIBILITY & AUTHORITY:

· Highly proficient in setting up Lathe and Mill machines.

- Lathe Machine operating required.

- Loading tools within holders. Highly skilled in using Calipers, Bore gauges, Blade Mic, Depth Mic, Micrometers.

- Reading numerical control programs

- Making work/tool offsets

- Producing a first article part

- Understanding of how measuring tools are used and needed

- Basic reading and shop math

- Report to Management recommendations and / or concerns that will effect quality or time management.

- Must understand how customer products are impacted in the event of failure

- Any other duties as required.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

· High school graduate or equivalent work experience.

· Adequate years of operating CNC equipment determined by Karman.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • 8 hour shift
  • Evening shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

  • Are you available to work the 4pm to 12:45 am required schedule?

Experience:

  • CNC lathe setup: 2 years (Required)

Location:

  • Santa Ana, CA 92707 (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Santa Ana, CA 92707 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $28

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