Machinist A Salary in Los Angeles, California

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How much does a Machinist A make in Los Angeles, CA? The average Machinist A salary in Los Angeles, CA is $55,304 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $49,472 and $62,914. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Machinist A Salary	$44,163	Los Angeles,CA	April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Machinist A Salary	$49,472	Los Angeles,CA	April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Machinist A Salary	$55,304	Los Angeles,CA	April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Machinist A Salary	$62,914	Los Angeles,CA	April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Machinist A Salary	$69,842	Los Angeles,CA	April 01, 2025

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Diesel Engine Mechanic (Machinist)

Canadian National Railway - STEVENS POINT , WI

Qualified Rate : $33,34 Per hour. Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employ

- 15 days ago

Diesel Engine Mechanic (Machinist)

Canadian National Railway - FOND DU LAC , WI

Qualified Rate : $33,34 Per hour. Please note that new hires in this role may be paid a lower hourly rate during their qualifying period. In addition, CN employ

- 129 days ago

Machinist 1/2 with Security Clearance

Northrop Grumman - CORINNE , UT

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportu

- 2 days ago

Machinist 2/3 with Security Clearance

Northrop Grumman - CORINNE , UT

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportu

- 2 days ago

Machinist 3 with Security Clearance

Astrion - HUNTSVILLE , AL

Overview Machinist Level 3 Be the Difference Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across vari

- 2 days ago

MACHINIST(T32) with Security Clearance

Department of the Air Force - BIRMINGHAM , AL

Duties (1) Performs all types of machining operations to manufacture, modify, and repair aircraft parts, support equipment, tools, and assemblies. Fabricates lo

- 2 days ago

What does a Machinist A do?

Machinist A in Kent, WA

Hand/eye coordination, depth perception and able to adjust focus.

November 16, 2022

Machinist A in Naples, FL

Performs other related responsibilities, as requested.

December 08, 2022

Performs machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, and reaming parts, where the materials, tooling, and sequence of operations have been pre‐planned and established.

January 07, 2023

Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.

January 16, 2023

Sets up and runs production machines.

March 14, 2023

Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment.

March 29, 2023

Performs operations such as tapping, spot‐facing, chamfering, countersinking, and counterboring to close tolerances.

April 22, 2023

Makes necessary machine adjustments and reports improper functioning or cutting action for correction.

May 03, 2023

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49472

62914

55304

Average Total Cash Compensation

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50299

64476

56390

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Machinist A in Los Angeles, CA. The base salary for Machinist A ranges from $49,472 to $62,914 with the average base salary of $55,304. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,299 to $64,476 with the average total cash compensation of $56,390.

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