Machinist - 5 Axis

Work Location:  Hawthorne, CA 90250

Rate: Not Defined / need Candidate’s requested rate

Duration:  6 months+ with the possibility of going direct

Hours: Full Time / 40 hrs +

We’re looking for a 5-Axis Machinist who can own complex jobs from print to part: 

Programming, setup, prove-out, and production, while maintaining tight tolerances and excellent finishes. You’ll primarily run a Hermle C-400 (Heidenhain control) and support additional equipment including a Hyundai WIA HD 3100SY mill/turn and a Fanuc Robodrill. This is a hands-on role in a high-mix, low-volume environment where quality, process discipline, and problem-solving matter. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Set up, operate, and maintain a Hermle C-400 5-axis machining center (Heidenhain control) to produce high-quality parts. 

• Program and edit toolpaths in Fusion 360 and Esprit Edge, including 3+2 and full 5-axis strategies as needed. 

• Set up and run a Hyundai WIA HD 3100SY (live tooling, 6" sub-spindle, Fanuc i-Series) for mill/turn work, part transfers, and process optimization. 

• Set up and operate a Fanuc Robodrill (Fanuc Series 31i-Model B5) for production and support work. 

• Interpret engineering drawings, models, and route sheets to execute precise machining tasks. 

• Select tooling and work holding; set offsets; dial in feeds/speeds to optimize cycle time, tool life, and part accuracy. 

• Perform first-article, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, indicators, height gauges, bore gauges, etc.). 

• Troubleshoot machining and process issues (chatter, tool wear, runout, alarms, dimensional drift) and implement corrective actions. 

• Document setups and best practices (tool lists, work offsets, inspection notes) to support repeatability and team success. 

• Collaborate with engineering and production to improve manufacturability, reduce scrap, and strengthen process capability. 

• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; follow all safety standards and shop protocols. 

Qualifications:

• Proven CNC machining experience with strong capability in 5-axis setup and operation (Hermle experience is a big plus). 

• Fusion 360 CAM proficiency (able to program, post, and adjust toolpaths; comfortable with prove-out and iteration on the floor). 

• Experience with Heidenhain controls (or strong ability to ramp quickly). 

• Solid mill/turn experience preferred—especially with live tooling and sub-spindle work (Hyundai WIA HD 3100SY or similar). 

• Familiarity with Fanuc controls, ideally including Fanuc i-Series and Fanuc 31i platforms (Robodrill experience is a plus). 

• Strong ability to read and interpret prints, GD&T, and technical specifications. 

• Deep understanding of machining principles, tooling selection, workholding, and material behavior. 

• Skilled in precision measurement and inspection; high attention to detail and pride in workmanship. 

• Able to work independently, communicate clearly, and collaborate in a fast-moving team environment. 

• Previous experience in a high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environment is a plus.