Job Description

Client in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA provides precision-machined components that power Client’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.

Client 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

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 (Note: For other locations, pay ranges will vary by region)

This role is eligible for Keysight Results Bonus Program. US Employees may be eligible for the following benefits:

Medical, dental and vision

Health Savings Account

Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Life, Accident, Disability insurance

Business Travel Accident and Business Travel Health

401(k) Plan

Flexible Time Off, Paid Holidays

Paid Family Leave

Discounts, Perks

Tuition Reimbursement

Adoption Assistance

ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)

Restricted Stock Units

Compensation:

Base Salary - USD $67,030 to $111,720

Full-time

Benefits - Full

Relocation Assistance Available - Possible for ideal candidate

Interview Travel Reimbursed - Yes

Candidate Details

5+ to 7 years experience

Seniority Level - Mid-Senior

Minimum Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent

Willingness to Travel - Occasionally