Hone & Lap Operator - 2nd Shift

Overview

Hone & Lap Machine Operator — Levels I, II & III
• 2nd Shift
• Full-Time

Los Angeles, CA | $24 – $42/hr + $2 shift differential | Mon–Fri, 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM

Shift Differential:
The $2/hr shift differential is added to base pay once training on First Shift has been completed and the employee transitions to the Second Shift schedule.

Join a precision manufacturing team operating honing and lapping machines on aerospace-grade components. You’ll work to exacting tolerances, verify dimensions with precision gauges, and uphold the standards that keep aircraft flying safely. We hire at three skill levels — from entry-level to expert.

• Level I — Entry — 0–1 year of experience. Operates hone/lap machines per blueprint specs. Verifies dimensions and performs rough lapping with direction provided. Aerospace or close-tolerance machining background preferred.
• Level II — Skilled — 2+ years in hone/lap operations. Independently selects tooling and media for moderately complex jobs. Performs initial machine setup, assists with gauging, and trains junior operators.
• Level III — Expert — 5+ years in hone/lap operations. Expert-level setup, troubleshooting, and process development. Collaborates directly with engineering on improvements and mentors other operators.

• Operate honing and lapping machines on inside and outside diameters of precision aerospace parts
• Read blueprints and work orders to determine dimensions, tolerances, and tooling requirements
• Verify parts with precision gauges; maintain equipment calibration and support data collection
• Clean, deburr, and package finished components per manufacturing specifications
• Work safely with appropriate PPE in a clean, seated bench environment

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Aerospace manufacturing experience strongly preferred at all levels
• Lapping, honing experience. Grinding skills a strong plus
• Comfort with arithmetic for taper, clearance, and cylindrical component characterization
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs; flexibility for overtime and weekend work

• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance — effective the first of the month following your start date
• 15 days PTO accruing from day one + 12 paid holidays per year
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Education reimbursement eligible after 6 months

Precision matters. So does who does it.

If you take pride in tight tolerances, we want to hear from you.