Zenix Aerospace SoCal · 2 days ago
Senior CNC Setup & Operations Leader (Fanuc/Mazak)
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$34/hr - $40/hr
5+ years expZenix Aerospace SoCal is a technology-driven organization seeking a Senior CNC Setup & Operations Leader to join their Jet Products team. The role involves leading complex machining tasks, mentoring machinists, and ensuring production efficiency on state-of-the-art CNC equipment.
Manufacturing
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own setups and production on conventional and up to 5-axis CNC equipment, taking jobs from printed work orders to finished parts with minimal supervision
Translate drawings and blueprints into tooling plans, workholding strategies, and numerical control sequences
Mentor machinists—demonstrate techniques, share best practices, and support skills growth
Validate in-process and final part dimensions using calipers, micrometers, bar gauges, templates, and fixtures
Troubleshoot tooling and machine issues; perform routine maintenance and identify repairs
Document setups thoroughly to keep production flowing; communicate special tooling needs and exceptions
Coordinate across departments/shifts; maintain SQIDPP boards and visual performance metrics
Participate in Daily Management board meetings; discuss Safety, Quality, Delivery, Efficiency, and Utilization
Drive continuous improvement in lean practices, quality, cost, and delivery; meet daily/weekly/monthly output goals
Act as the Supervisor’s backup and interdepartmental liaison while maintaining a minimum 50% utilization on direct labor hours; support occasional overtime to meet customer commitments
Promote a clean, safe, and 5S-aligned work environment (including machine, tooling, and area cleanup)
Qualification
Required
Own setups and production on conventional and up to 5-axis CNC equipment, taking jobs from printed work orders to finished parts with minimal supervision
Translate drawings and blueprints into tooling plans, workholding strategies, and numerical control sequences
Mentor machinists—demonstrate techniques, share best practices, and support skills growth
Validate in-process and final part dimensions using calipers, micrometers, bar gauges, templates, and fixtures
Troubleshoot tooling and machine issues; perform routine maintenance and identify repairs
Document setups thoroughly to keep production flowing; communicate special tooling needs and exceptions
Coordinate across departments/shifts; maintain SQIDPP boards and visual performance metrics
Participate in Daily Management board meetings; discuss Safety, Quality, Delivery, Efficiency, and Utilization
Drive continuous improvement in lean practices, quality, cost, and delivery; meet daily/weekly/monthly output goals
Act as the Supervisor's backup and interdepartmental liaison while maintaining a minimum 50% utilization on direct labor hours; support occasional overtime to meet customer commitments
Promote a clean, safe, and 5S-aligned work environment (including machine, tooling, and area cleanup)
Blueprint fluency with dimensional, true position, and circularity callouts
Shop math, GD&T, and feeds/speeds expertise; ability to monitor and control equipment
Fixture setup (clamping, centering, indicating) and cutting tool setup/insert changes
Measurement proficiency: calipers, micrometers, bar gauges
Comfort with Microsoft Office Suite, computerized spreadsheets, and desktop publishing software
High school diploma/GED preferred; vocational training a plus
5+ years CNC setup and operation (or equivalent)
4+ years aerospace manufacturing preferred
Prior Leadman/lead experience preferred
You should be proficient in: Leadership / People Management
CNC Mill (5+ axis VMC) (Fanuc)
CNC Lathe (5+ axis)
Fanuc or Mazak 1850/1060 controllers and tooling ecosystems
Preferred
High school diploma/GED preferred; vocational training a plus
4+ years aerospace manufacturing preferred
Prior Leadman/lead experience preferred
Benefits
Competitive market-led salary
Comprehensive benefits
Wellness programs
Employee recognition
A matching 401(k)
Paid vacation
Tuition reimbursement
Chances to contribute to our community
Company
Zenix Aerospace SoCal
Produces complex machined rings and ring components in titanium, nickel, cobalt, stainless and aluminum alloys.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown1998-01-01Acquired
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