CNC Machinist Class B Job Los Alamos area,New Mexico USA,Manufacturing / Production

Class B Machinist

The client is seeking a dependable and skilled Class B Machinist to join our manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on machining experience, a solid understanding of CNC machining practices, and the ability to produce high-quality parts while following engineering drawings, work instructions, and established manufacturing procedures. The Class B Machinist will be responsible for routine machine setups and machining operations with limited supervision while maintaining required quality, safety, and production standards.

Key Responsibilities

Set up and operate CNC and/or manual machining equipment with limited supervision.
Manufacture parts according to engineering drawings, specifications, work instructions, and job requirements.
Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.
Select and install appropriate tooling and make routine machine adjustments.
Verify tooling, offsets, and setup information before and during machining operations.
Perform in-process inspections to ensure parts meet specified requirements.
Use precision measuring equipment, including calipers, micrometers, indicators, height gauges, and other precision inspection tools.
Monitor machining operations and identify issues related to tooling, dimensions, surface finish, or machine performance.
Make routine adjustments to maintain required dimensions and tolerances.
Accurately complete Manufacturing and Inspection Travelers and other required production and inspection documentation.
Report machining, drawing, tooling, or quality concerns to supervisors or Quality Assurance personnel.
Follow established quality, safety, and manufacturing procedures.
Maintain machines, tooling, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
Work effectively with senior machinists, supervisors, Quality Assurance, and other production personnel.

Required Qualifications

Previous experience working as a Machinist or CNC Machinist in a manufacturing environment.
Hands-on experience setting up and operating CNC machining equipment.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.
Working knowledge of machining practices, cutting tools, speeds, feeds, and basic tooling selection.
Understanding of dimensional tolerances and basic GD&T requirements.
Experience using precision measuring and inspection equipment.
Ability to perform routine machine setups and adjustments with limited supervision.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts.
Ability to follow written procedures, work instructions, and job-specific requirements.
Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a manufacturing team.

Preferred Experience

Experience with CNC lathes and CNC mills.
Experience with multi-axis machining equipment.
Experience in precision machining.
Experience working in a controlled manufacturing environment where documentation, traceability, inspection, and customer-specific quality requirements are important.
Experience with advanced machining setups, programming, or troubleshooting is a plus.

The ideal Class B Machinist will have a solid foundation in machining and be capable of completing routine setups and machining operations with limited supervision. The successful candidate should be comfortable:

Reading and interpreting engineering drawings.
Setting up and operating machining equipment.
Selecting and installing tooling.
Using precision measuring equipment.
Making routine machining adjustments.
Verifying finished parts meet required specifications.
Following quality and safety procedures.
Working as part of a team and learning from experienced machinists.

This position also provides an opportunity to develop advanced setup, machining, programming, and troubleshooting skills while working alongside experienced machinists. Compensation: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour