Kelly Services is hiring for a permanent CNC Machinist III — Second Shift – role with a client specializing in precision-quality hydraulic tube fittings in Garden Grove, California .
Openings: Multiple openings across CNC Machinist Levels I, II, and III
Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:00 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
Pay: Up to $37.09 per hour , including the $2 shift differential
Address : 12151 Monarch St, Garden Grove, CA 92841, United States.
Position Summary
The CNC Machinist III is an advanced-level machinist responsible for complex CNC setups, advanced troubleshooting, and technical problem-solving. This role supports quality and continuous improvement, mentors less-experienced machinists, and works with minimal oversight.
Key Responsibilities
Perform complex CNC machine setups, including tooling strategy, fixture setup, offsets, and program verification.
Set up, adjust, and optimize live tooling and multi-axis operations.
Select materials, tool holders, cutting tools, and inserts based on job requirements, prints, and engineering specifications.
Prepare tool kits for new or complex work orders to support efficient setups and minimize downtime.
Troubleshoot complex setup, machining, tooling, programming, and equipment issues across multiple machines.
Make adjustments to maintain safe and stable machine operation; initiate repair requests and coordinate with maintenance or supervision as required.
Complete and review First Article Inspection Reports (FAIRs) and support investigations of nonconforming product.
Analyze and improve machining processes to reduce scrap, rework, setup time, cycle time, and downtime.
Lead daily problem-solving meetings and technical discussions regarding safety, quality, and production issues.
Mentor CNC trainees and CNC Machinists I and II.
Communicate machine status, maintenance issues, tooling changes, program verification, first-article progress, and ongoing setups during shift turnovers and meetings.
Collaborate with supervisors, engineers, quality teams, and planners on continuous improvement and process optimization.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area and reinforce 5S standards.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
5+ years of CNC machining experience in a manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
Proven ability to perform complex CNC setups independently.
Strong experience with live tooling and multi-axis CNC machines.
Advanced troubleshooting skills related to machining, tooling, programming, and equipment.
Experience completing and reviewing FAIRs.
Advanced blueprint and GD&T interpretation skills.
Strong communication, mentoring, and problem-solving skills.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Manufacturing machine shop environment with exposure to machine noise, metal chips, coolants, oils, fumes, mists, and temperature variations.
Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift; perform repetitive hand and wrist movements; load parts into chucks or fixtures; and bend, reach, push, pull, and grasp as needed.
Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 25 pounds .
Required PPE includes safety glasses, steel-toe footwear, and hearing protection.
Follow company safety, quality, environmental, and HSE requirements; report hazards and unsafe conditions promptly. Support safety communication, risk reviews, and preventive actions as needed.
Benefits:
We offer 10 paid holidays, 2 weeks of vacation, 5 days sick time.
We match 6% of the 401K plan.
We have medical, dental, and vision insurance.
The company pays a life insurance premium for each employee.
The employee can opt for Long-Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance.
We also provide an employee assistance program free of cost.
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