CNC Setup Mill Machinist

Lead CNC MachinistJob DescriptionWe are seeking a skilled Lead CNC Machinist with extensive experience in milling to join our team. In this role, you will set up, program, and operate 3, 5 axis, and vertical CNC machining equipment. You will utilize a wide range of controls, perform job set-up using traditional clamping methods, vices, and custom work holding fixtures. You will read and interpret blueprints to maintain dimensions within tolerances of precision machined parts, monitor machining processes, and adjust set up as needed. Additionally, you will complete documentation as required, utilize precision measuring instruments, and work closely with leads and operators to ensure high quality of parts. You will also be responsible for troubleshooting and resolving machine operation issues, maintaining machine-specific tools and consumables, and collaborating with team members to promote efficient workflow and a safe working environment.Hard Skills

Set up, program, and operate 3, 5 axis, and vertical CNC machining equipment

Job set-up using traditional clamping methods, vices, and custom work holding fixtures

Read and interpret blueprints

Utilize precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, height gauges, pin gauges, and gauge block

Detect and correct minor malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining

Troubleshoot and resolve machine operation issues

Experience with mori seiki, Haas, and 5 axis machining equipment

Soft Skills

Daily communication with Supervisors, leads, and other employees

Collaborate with lead and operators to ensure high quality of parts

Raise machining or quality issues with appropriate supervision or engineering support

Manage time to meet routed cycle and set-up times

Provide training to other operators

Maintain workstation and setup carts to 5S standards

Maintain a high standard of quality work within environmental, health, and safety standards

Work SiteThis is a fully on-site position in Poway, California.Work EnvironmentThis position offers the opportunity to work on 1st shift (6am-2:30pm) or 2nd shift (3pm-11:30pm). The role involves preparing and maintaining milling machines to produce precision parts and tools from metal or plastic, ensuring quality and on-time delivery. The work environment emphasizes safety, collaboration, and maintaining high standards of quality.About Aerotek:We know that a company's success starts with its employees. We also know that an individual's success starts with the right career opportunity. As a Best of Staffing® Client and Talent leader, Aerotek's people-focused approach yields competitive advantage for our clients and rewarding careers for our contract employees. Since 1983, Aerotek has grown to become a leader in recruiting and staffing services. With more than 250 non-franchised offices, Aerotek's 8,000 internal employees serve more than 300,000 contract employees and 18,000 clients every year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in talent solutions. Learn more at Aerotek.com.The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.