CNC Setup Operator — 3rd Shift

Location: Santa Ana, CA
Shift: 3rd Shift | 9:00 PM – 5:30 AM
Pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour
Position Type: Temp-to-Hire

Looking for a CNC role where your set-up experience is valued? This is a great opportunity for an experienced CNC Setup Operator to join a strong manufacturing team in Santa Ana, CA. You’ll work with CNC mills, lathes, manual machines, and HAAS equipment while producing precision parts in a quality-focused environment.

This temp-to-hire opportunity offers competitive pay, steady overnight hours, and the chance to grow with a company that values skilled machine operators.

What You’ll Do:

• Set up and operate CNC mills, lathes, manual machines, and HAAS equipment

  
  

• Read and interpret blueprints, job routings, and tooling instructions

  
  

• Transfer CNC programs and make machine adjustments as needed

  
  

• Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools

  
  

• Ensure parts meet quality standards and tolerance requirements

  
  

• Train and support junior machine operators

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED

  
  

• Hands-on CNC mill and lathe set-up experience

  
  

• Experience using calipers, micrometers, and inspection equipment

  
  

• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs frequently and 50 lbs occasionally

  
  

• Manufacturing experience in a fast-paced environment

  
  

• Spanish-speaking candidates are welcome to apply

Why Apply?

• Competitive pay: $30.00 – $35.00 per hour

  
  

• Temp-to-hire opportunity

  
  

• Stable 3rd shift schedule

  
  

• Opportunity to use and grow your CNC set-up skills

  
  

• Supportive team environment

Interested? Apply today, and our team will be in touch!

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