CNC Machinist

CNC Machinist

Full Time Poway, CA, US

Salary Range: $26.00 To $34.00 Hourly

Light Composites, Inc. is an AS9100-certified manufacturer of advanced composite structures for aerospace, defense, and medical customers, located in Poway, CA. Our machine shop is core to what we do: CNC-machined aluminum tooling for composite molding, plus trim and finish machining of carbon fiber parts.

• Setup and operation of 3-axis CNC vertical machining centers (Haas)
• Machining aluminum mold tooling and fixtures to tight tolerances
• Trim and finish machining of carbon fiber composite parts
• Reading engineering drawings and GD&T; in-process inspection with standard metrology tools
• Daily machine upkeep and a clean, organized work area
• Flagging tooling and program issues early - before they become scrap

• 2+ years of CNC setup and operation experience (vertical machining centers preferred)
• Ability to set up a machine independently: work holding, work offsets, tool offsets
• Comfortable reading prints and holding tolerances
• Composites machining experience a plus - we will train the right machinist
• A bias for the floor: we hire problem solvers, not spectators

• High school diploma or GED
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Legally authorized to work in the United States; must be a U.S. Person under ITAR (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident)
• Punctual, dependable attendance; occasional overtime as production requires
• Commitment to safety practices and required PPE
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand/walk for extended periods, with or without reasonable accommodation
• Successful completion of background check and drug screen

$26.00 - $34.00 per hour, depending on experience. Full-time, on-site in Poway, CA.

Light Composites, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.