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Posted August 22, 2026

Multi‑Axis CNC Turning Machinist

Lusk Quality Machining
Palmdale, CA, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description
Multi‑Axis CNC Turning Machinist

Join a team where precision fuels purpose. At Lusk Quality, your expertise in CNC turning helps deliver critical components for customers across industries and around the globe.

Our Craft, Your Stage

For nearly 50 years, Lusk Quality has combined skilled people with advanced technology to master high-volume precision turning and machining. As a family-owned company, we invest in our team and treat every order with the personal dedication our customers expect.

Make Your Mark

In this role, you’ll take ownership of parts from setup through final inspection—balancing quality, speed, and safety every step of the way.

  • Set up and operate multi-axis CNC lathes to produce tight-tolerance parts.
  • Decode blueprints, engineering drawings, and specs to plan cutting strategies.
  • Choose and install appropriate cutting tools, attachments, and accessories.
  • Control process variables—feeds, speeds, offsets—to maintain specification.
  • Verify results using micrometers, calipers, and other precision instruments.
  • Conduct routine maintenance to ensure machine reliability and uptime.
  • Follow manufacturing principles, safety practices, and company policies without compromise.
What You Bring
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated experience running CNC lathes; multi-axis experience is a plus.
  • Comfort with hand tools and precision measurement techniques.
  • Fluency in G and M codes with the ability to make on-the-fly adjustments.
  • Strong blueprint and engineering drawing interpretation skills.
  • Meticulous attention to detail and a craftsmanship mindset.
  • Safe, efficient materials handling for loading and unloading parts.
  • Knowledge of GD&T and how it drives manufacturing decisions.
  • Resourceful problem-solver able to troubleshoot machines and processes.
  • Proficiency in aerospace manufacturing.

As a CNC Operator, you’ll consistently meet manufacturing, safety, and policy requirements.

Your Toolset

Work with CNC Lathe platforms (5+ axis), including Mazak, Eurotech, Miyano, and Nakamura.

Final Details

This description highlights the core of the role but isn’t all‑inclusive. Supervisors may assign additional related duties as needed.

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