CNC Lathe Set up Operator | 1st Shift | $30-$45/hr.

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Chino, CA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 1st Shift
Overtime: Required during the week; some weekend overtime required
Employment Type: Full-Time | Temp-to-Hire

Pay Rate:$30 - $45/hr.
Recruiting Agency: Pathway Group

Position Summary

Pathway Group is seeking an experienced CNC Lathe Machinist for a growing precision machining manufacturer in the Chino area. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 8 years of CNC lathe machining experience and be capable of performing complete machine setups, operation, and production runs independently. Experience with Haas and Fanuc controls is required.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform complete setup and operation of CNC lathes.
• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Set tooling, offsets, fixtures, and machine parameters.
• Operate CNC lathes using Haas and Fanuc controls.
• Conduct first article and in-process inspections using precision measuring instruments.
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as needed to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot machining and setup issues.
• Maintain production standards while ensuring quality requirements are met.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Keep work area clean and organized.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of CNC Lathe Machinist experience.
• Ability to perform full machine setups with minimal supervision.
• Experience operating CNC lathes with Haas and Fanuc controls.
• Strong understanding of G-code, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and other precision measuring equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality parts.
• Ability to work overtime during the week and weekends as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a precision machining or aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Multi-axis machining experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience.
• Opportunity for long-term employment.
• Overtime available.
• Career growth with a stable manufacturing company.

Apply today through Pathway Group to be considered for this opportunity.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Company DescriptionPathway Group is a Recruitment and Staffing service dedicated to the Manufacturing Industry. We pride ourselves on being expert recruiters in the space staying true to our manufacturing recruitment vertical. The vast majority of our placements are contract to hire and direct hire placements. Our goal is to add value to the client and candidate. Placing the right candidate into their next career. We focus on positions like mechanical assemblers, electrical assemblers, CNC operators, CMM operators, composite technicians, quality technicians, engineers, managers, etc.

Company Description

Pathway Group is a Recruitment and Staffing service dedicated to the Manufacturing Industry. We pride ourselves on being expert recruiters in the space staying true to our manufacturing recruitment vertical. The vast majority of our placements are contract to hire and direct hire placements. Our goal is to add value to the client and candidate. Placing the right candidate into their next career. We focus on positions like mechanical assemblers, electrical assemblers, CNC operators, CMM operators, composite technicians, quality technicians, engineers, managers, etc.