ResponsibilitiesThe 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 day 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 5am and 8am.
Responsibilities
- Operate CNC machines CNC Swiss style lathe independently during day 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
- 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
- Support continuous improvement by proactively identifying process enhancements, tooling upgrades, and setup efficiencies
- Maintain a cooperative and professional attitude to support a productive team environment
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe tool machine shop area
- Grind, sharpen, and recondition carbide and HSS cutting tools per specification
QualificationsMinimum 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/ExperienceMay 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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