**Job Title: Machinist** **Job Description** We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Machinist for our machine shop located in Santa Ana, CA. The position requires expertise in setup and operation, manual machining, and quality control. The successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of machining processes to ensure efficient and accurate production. **Responsibilities** + Collaborate with Planning, Quality, and Production teams to meet production goals. + Setup and operate CNC machines from engineering drawings or customer-supplied .step files. + Accurately interpret blueprints to determine machining requirements. + Diagnose and resolve machine malfunctions and programming errors. + Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements in efficiency and quality. **Essential Skills** + Extensive experience with 4-axis horizontal mills and a preference for 5-axis experience. + Proficiency in CNC setup and operation, including interpreting blueprints and mastercam programming. + Ability to select proper cutters, considering speeds, feeds, and control system limitations. + Comprehensive knowledge of FANUC, OKUMA, and KITAMURA controls. + Strong understanding of CNC programming languages such as G-code and M-code. **Additional Skills & Qualifications** + 10+ years combined experience in machining for a machine shop. + Experience in the Aerospace/Defense industry and adherence to industry specifications. + Expertise in blueprint interpretation and creation. + Experience working with various types of metals. + Ability to work independently and collaboratively. **Why Work Here?** Join a growing company with a great team and supportive owners. Benefit from connections with large aerospace and defense companies and be a part of a dynamic environment focused on innovation and quality. **Work Environment** Work in a mid-sized machine shop with around 45 staff members, including a machining team of approximately 25 and 4-5 programmers. The shop includes departments for deburring, quality, and shipping. The role is based on a day shift from 5:30 am to 2 pm. **Job Type & Location** This is a Permanent position based out of Santa Ana, California. **Pay and Benefits** The pay range for this position is $72800.00 - $93600.00/yr. Health Insurance: 75% company-paid, including dependents Dental and vision insurance Paid time off Competitive pay based on experience Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance **Workplace Type** This is a fully onsite position in Santa Ana,CA. **Application Deadline** This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2025. **About Aerotek:** We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. 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.