CNC Machinist III

About the role

Magnetic Component Engineering (“MCE”), a subsidiary of Dexter Magnetic Technologies, manufactures permanent magnets and magnetic assemblies for aerospace/defense, semiconductor equipment, medical, and industrial markets. MCE operates a 48,000‑square‑foot facility in Torrance, CA with 95 employees.

The employee will perform tasks defined by specifications, drawings, work instructions, and supervisor direction, directly related to machining production and prototype parts made of various steel alloys, stainless steel, brass, aluminum alloys, titanium alloys, engineering plastics, and magnetic materials.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate moderate‑complex multi‑axis lathes, mills, and related equipment, maintaining tolerances of ±2 microns to customer drawings and quality specifications.
• Work in a low‑volume, high‑mix environment.
• Train and assist CNC Machinist Levels I and II with basic and complex set‑ups on multi‑axis lathes and mills, and with sharpening tools on cutters and grinders.
• Use advanced inspection equipment such as CMM and digital optical measuring devices.
• Write simple G&M (numerical) code programs.
• Create setup kits and sheets to minimize setup time.
• Machine workpiece collets to meet timing and true axial run‑out requirements.
• Select tooling, speeds, and feeds for optimal CNC machining.
• Sharpen cutting tools and rework holders.
• Conduct first‑piece inspection and provide supporting quality documentation.
• Use various hand tools, precision measuring equipment, and associated gauges and tooling.
• Perform preventative maintenance, 5S, and housekeeping duties.
• Assist with special projects and perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 5 years experience machining low‑volume, highly engineered products with zero or little scrap, or 3 years experience with a trade‑school certification in Machining.
• Advanced knowledge of blueprint reading and GD&T.
• 1 year experience writing simple G&M code programs.

Essential Skills

• Excellent problem‑solving skills; uses rigorous logic and methods to produce effective solutions.
• Strong technical skills with the ability to set up and run a variety of machines while holding very tight tolerances with limited direction.
• Primary equipment: CNC 5‑axis mill(s).
• Strong machine‑shop math and complex blueprint reading skills, including GD&T.
• Knowledge and use of a wide variety of precision measuring equipment.
• Ability to write, read, and comprehend G&M code programs.

Pay

Hourly rate $35‑$44 per hour, depending on experience.