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Aerofit LLC

CNC Lathe Lead Machinist - 2nd shift Mon-Fri 3:30pm-12:00am Pay Range $40-$45

Aerofit LLC, Fullerton, California, United States, 92632

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CNC Lathe Lead Machinist - 2nd Shift Mon‑Fri 3:30 pm‑12:00 am Pay Range $40–$45 per hour plus 12% shift differential, eligible for quarterly bonuses up to 5% of earnings, $3,000 sign‑on bonus and attendance bonuses. Hiring immediately.

What You’ll Do

Act as the lathe subject‑matter expert across CNC operations.

Provide strong physical presence on the shop floor to support complex setups, troubleshoot issues in real time, and lead by example.

Perform hands‑on CNC lathe setup and machining, including tool setup, offsetting, program adjustments, and first‑article inspections.

Lead and coordinate daily activities of CNC machinists while working side‑by‑side with the team.

Troubleshoot and resolve machine or process issues directly, minimizing downtime and scrap.

Develop and optimize CNC lathe programs using MasterCAM or other software, including macro programming where applicable.

Operate and demonstrate proper use of indexable tooling, offline presetters, and setup techniques for complex lathe platforms.

Interpret and apply GD&T requirements from aerospace drawings; verify conformance using appropriate measuring tools.

Support the production schedule by ensuring timely setups, quality outputs, and efficient throughput.

Mentor and train operators in setup procedures, quality checks, and safety protocols.

Who You Are

Master of CNC lathe equipment including Okuma, Doosan, Takisawa, Citizen, Swiss, and New Britain machines.

Minimum 10 years of hands‑on CNC lathe setup and machining experience in a high‑precision aerospace manufacturing environment.

Proficient in MasterCAM and FANUC controls; strong CNC programming and troubleshooting skills.

In‑depth experience with machining stainless steel, Inconel, titanium and aluminum.

Strong working knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading, and quality inspection tools.

Leadership experience with ability to train, mentor, and motivate operators.

Familiar with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement.

Must be able to lift up to 30 lb and stand for extended periods.

Willingness to work overtime or weekends when required.

Location: Fullerton, CA. Seniority: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Management and Manufacturing.

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and partner programs.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status or any other protected characteristic.

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