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My name is Gaurav and I'm a Technical Recruiter at First Tek. We are currently sourcing candidates with the following skills. Kindly forward your resume if interested, do share with your friends and colleagues as well.
Job Title: Milling Machine Machinist 1
Client: Aerospace and defense company
Location: Palmdale, CA (100% Onsite)
Duration: 1 Year contract
Work Schedule: 4x10 (M-Th)
Job Summary
Aerospace and defense company is seeking a Milling Machine Machinist 1 to support its Tooling Department in Palmdale, CA. The ideal candidate will have hands-on CNC machining experience, including machine setup, operation, blueprint interpretation, and precision machining to meet tight tolerances.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate CNC and conventional milling machines.
- Perform milling operations, including drilling, boring, contouring, cutting, and machining compound angles.
- Select and install appropriate tooling, attachments, and machine components.
- Determine machining sequences, speeds, feeds, and depth of cuts.
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and specifications.
- Use precision measuring instruments and machinist hand tools.
- Inspect machined components to ensure quality and dimensional accuracy.
Required Qualifications
- ship is mandatory.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Minimum 1+ year of CNC programming and machine operator experience.
- Hands-on experience with machine setup and machining operations.
Preferred Qualifications
- 2+ years of experience in the machining/manufacturing industry.
- Experience with CNC milling, precision machining, and blueprint interpretation.
Gaurav Upadhyay| SR. Technical Recruiter| First Tek, Inc.
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371 Hoes Lane, Suite 201, Piscataway, NJ 08854
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