Description
L.A. Gauge Company
“American Precision at Its Best”
About Us
For 65 years, L.A. Gauge Company has set the standard for ultraprecision machining and optics, delivering the most reliable, complex, and mission-critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries. We routinely hold machining tolerances of 40 millionths of an inch and achieve optical flatness to the 20th wave.
Fueled by rapid growth, we continue to expand our operations and capabilities. We are looking for a highly motivated, hands-on Industrial Engineer to help optimize production, drive innovation, and take our performance to the next level.
Requirements
About the Job
We're looking for an experienced CNC 5-Axis Mill Set-Up Machinist to join our production team. In this role, you’ll take on complex set-ups for high-precision parts and play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly and efficiently. It’s a hands-on opportunity for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, thrives in a fast-paced shop environment, and is ready to hit the ground running.
Skill Requirements
- Minimum of 7 years set up experience
- Ability to read and understand CNC set-up sheets
- Knowledge of blueprint reading and shop math
- Follow CNC set-up sheet instructions
- Experience in Fanuc, Fadal & Haas machining centers
- Monitor quality per AS9100 requirements
- Ability to maintain close tolerances up to 0.0001 of an inch
- Able to lift up to 40 Lbs.
- Perform other tasks as assigned
Success Factors
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and also with others in a team environment
- Positive can do attitude
- Enthusiasm and self-motivation
Working Conditions
- Manufacturing Environment
- High intensity
- Minimal travel
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
- 401k
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Generous Time Off (Two Weeks PTO, 11 Paid Holidays)
- Employee Appreciation Events
We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Skills Required
- Minimum of 7 years set up experience
- Ability to read and understand CNC set-up sheets
- Knowledge of blueprint reading and shop math
- Follow CNC set-up sheet instructions
- Experience in Fanuc, Fadal & Haas machining centers
- Monitor quality per AS9100 requirements
- Ability to maintain close tolerances up to 0.0001 of an inch
- Able to lift up to 40 Lbs.
- Perform other tasks as assigned
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and also with others in a team environment
- Positive can do attitude
- Enthusiasm and self-motivation
What We Do
L.A. Gauge Company is an ultra-precision machining and optics shop specializing in specialty metal fabrication, particularly with beryllium and other exotic materials. For over 65 years, it has provided reliable and complex mission-critical hardware for the aerospace, defense, and nuclear industries, maintaining stringent machining tolerances and providing planetary optical polishing services from its facility in Sun Valley, California.
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