Our founder - Robert McBride Sr.
ABOUT US
What Sets Us Apart
Proven Track Record: We’ve supported some of the most complex assemblies in the world, producing highly engineered parts used in extreme environments.
Specialized Capabilities: Our in-house machining, grinding, and inspection workflows are optimized for close-tolerance components and small-to-mid batch volumes.
Trusted by OEMs: Our parts are built into equipment that runs in high-stakes systems—from deep underground to deep space.
Expert Team: Our shop is powered by highly skilled CNC and manual machinists with an average of 20 years of hands-on experience. Their craftsmanship, problem-solving, and deep process knowledge are the backbone of our reputation.
Responsive, Family-Owned Service: Work directly with decision-makers who care about your success.
Our Core Values
Safety - Maintaining a healthy and safe work environment for our employees by following all safety standards set forth in our safety policy.
Passion - We share a passion and enthusiasm for our role in making the world a better place through precision machining
Integrity - Operate with honesty, truth and honor in all interactions
Teamwork - We are a family run shop that embraces collaborative communication and teamwork
Quality - We take pride in what we do and strive to be excellent every single day
What We Do Best
Complete Project Execution - From raw material sourcing to final inspection, we manage the entire process under one roof
CNC Turning & Milling – Complex geometries and tight tolerances, consistently delivered
In-House Grinding – OD, ID, and surface grinding through our sister company, Active Grinding
Assembly & Weldments – Multi-component builds, welding, and light assembly
Inspection-Driven Process – Dedicated inspection team, built-in quality workflows, and full documentation support
Complete Project Execution – From raw material sourcing to final inspection, all under one roof
At Turret Lathe Specialists (TLS), we’ve spent over 50 years machining complex components for industries where precision and reliability aren’t optional — they’re required. Founded in 1973 in Anaheim, California, TLS began as a one-man garage shop focused on machining pump parts.
Today, we’re a full-service, one-stop shop for high-precision manufacturing — fully equipped to manage even the most demanding jobs from start to finish. What hasn’t changed is our commitment to quality craftsmanship, responsive service, and getting the job done right — no matter how tight the tolerance or how high the stakes.
Our Vision, Mission and Values
Our Vision
Working together to create superior quality machined parts that help the world
Our Mission
To provide our customers with a first class experience in machining and add true value at every step of the process. We will understand our customers’ needs, work together and ensure superior quality machined parts that exceed all expectations.
Let’s work together.
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