CNC Technician

About the role

Air Liquide Global E&C Solutions is hiring a CNC Technician in Santa Ana, CA, to set up, operate and monitor CNC machining equipment (multi-axis milling, turning and balancing machines) that manufactures high-precision components for turboexpanders and rotating machinery. The technician works closely with manufacturing engineers, quality control inspectors and production leads in a fast-paced production environment.

Key responsibilities

• Set up, load and operate CNC lathes, mills and multi-axis machines according to job travelers and setup sheets
• Review engineering drawings, blueprints, process sheets and instructions to produce parts to tight tolerances
• Install, align and secure fixtures, work-holding devices, cutting tools and raw materials
• Load CNC programs, input tool offsets and run test runs or first-piece inspections
• Monitor tool wear, speeds, feeds and coolant flow and adjust operations as needed
• Inspect finished parts with micrometers, calipers, height gauges and dial indicators, and report defects to engineering and supervision
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning and minor repairs
• Maintain production records, work order travelers, inspection logs and ERP entries
• Follow safety rules, PPE, lockout/tagout and ISO standards, and keep a clean 5S workstation

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED); vocational training, apprenticeship or an Associate Degree preferred
• Valid employment authorization in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship available
• Minimum of 3+ years of CNC machining experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment
• Ability to read engineering drawings, blueprints and ANSI Y14.5 GD&T specifications
• Proficiency with precision measuring tools and basic computer skills, including shop-floor tracking systems or SAP
• Familiarity with 5S, Lean Manufacturing and ISO 9001

What we offer

• Hourly base pay of $30.00-$40.00 in California
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage and 401(k) with company match
• Tuition assistance, paid holidays, vacation and sick time