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Machinist 1

San Diego, California
Up to $34.58 DOE
Job ID: 219956

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San Diego, California
Up to $34.58 DOE
3 months
1
High School/GED
2+ years
Sep 24, 2026

Job Description

Job #219956

Chipton-Ross is seeking a Machinist 1 for a contract opportunity in San Diego, CA.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • High School Diploma or equivalent and 2-5 years of relevant experience.
  • Experience setting up & running CNC waterjet.
  • Able to understand machining theory and strategy
  • Able to understand and interrogate mechanical drawings and tolerances
  • Ability to use common machine shop hand and measurement tools
  • Self-motivation, able to accomplish a high level of work
  • Team player, actively participating in continuous improvement projects with coworkers.
  • Demonstrate high skill level with the desire for continuous learning
  • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks.
  • Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills.
  • Ability to work with limited supervision including using sound judgment to execute independent decisions and departmental initiatives.
  • Adept at reading, writing, and interpreting technical documentation and procedure manuals.
  • Highly self-motivated and directed.
  • Keen attention to detail.
  • Skilled at working within a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
  • Ability to learn new technologies and adapt to change.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Looking for a Machinist 1 to support our machining department. As a member of the machining department, you'll get to waterjet machine composites.

Responsibilities:

Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions. Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup; uses a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining; fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required. Some machines may be numerically controlled. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures. Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE)

  • Experience programming with Flow software.
  • Prior experience in an aerospace environment preferred.
  • Experience with 5-Axis waterjet.
  • Experience with FLOW waterjet programming.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

High School Diploma/GED is required.

School must be accredited.

WORK HOURS

9/80 work week. 2nd shift, 1PM - 10PM. This position will serve on-site at our San Diego structures site.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Employment will be contingent on clearing a drug screen and background check. Both must clear prior to start date.
  • Candidates responding to this posting must currently possess the eligibility to work in the United States. No third parties please.

For more information, please apply or contact:

Vincent Pardus 800.927.9318 x227
[email protected]
Chipton-Ross provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State or local law. This policy governs all areas of employment at Chipton-Ross, including recruiting, hiring, training, assignment, promotions, compensation, benefits, discipline, and terminations.

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