Expert Machinist role on swing shift at Keysight Technologies’ Precision Meso-scale Technology Center, producing ultra-precise components for electronic measurement equipment. You’ll run and set up CNC Swiss-style lathes end-to-end, owning quality, troubleshooting, and documentation on the shift. Standout perk: swing-shift start time between 2pm and 4pm (with possible day-shift training).
- Work on swing shift schedule
- Precision machining for leading test equipment
- Advanced metrology and Swiss lathes
Keysight is at the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world-class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Learn more about what we do.
Our award-winning culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry-first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.
Responsibilities
The Precision Meso-scale Technology Center (PMTC) in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA provides precision-machined components that power Keysight's industry-leading electronic measurement equipment.
In this full-time role, you will execute machining processes on swing shift utilizing Swiss lathes, advanced metrology, and auxiliary equipment to guarantee components meet Keysight's exacting standards. This position will require a knack for precision, detail, and handling of extremely small turned parts.
Keysight seeks a self-motivated, organized, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced,
multicultural environment and values teamwork. The start time for this position is between 2pm and 4pm. May be required to work on day shift during training periods.
Responsibilities
- Operate CNC machines CNC Swiss style lathe independently during swing shift, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous production
- Perform complete machine setups, including tooling selection, offsets, program verification, and first-article approval
- Make in-process adjustments to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to maintain part quality and dimensional control
- Take full ownership of product quality on night shift, including inspection, documentation, and adherence to specifications and control plans
- Identify, troubleshoot, and correct machining issues such as tool wear, machine alarms, surface finish problems, and dimensional variation
- Work closely with day shift to ensure smooth handoff, including clear communication of machine status, job progress, open issues, and improvement opportunities
- Follow standard work, drawings, and setup sheets while applying expert judgment to optimize process stability and cycle time
- Perform routine machine checks and preventive actions to minimize downtime and ensure equipment readiness
- Maintain accurate production, quality, and downtime records per operational requirements
- Escalating quality, safety, or equipment concerns as needed to prevent defects from reaching the next operation
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool machine shop area
- Grind, sharpen, and recondition carbide and HSS cutting tools per specification
Qualifications
Minimum 5 years of experience with one or more of the following:
- CNC Swiss/Lathe/Mill
- Strong working knowledge of FANUC CNC controls
- Proven experience machining small, high-precision turned parts
- Ability to independently troubleshoot machining and quality issues
- Carbide Tool Grinding and/or Resharpening
- Advanced Metrology
- CNC Programming
- Interpreting Specifications, Including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
Education/Experience
May require some specialized training/certification, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Pay Range:
USD $67,030.00 - USD $111,720.00 Year
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