CNC Lathe Operator Machinist
About The Position
This position is for a CNC Lathe Machinist on the Night Shift in Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing. The role involves setting up and operating machinery to produce high-precision aerospace components from various materials. The machinist will be responsible for daily machine maintenance, tool management, and adhering to safety and industry standards. A key aspect of the role is maintaining tight tolerances and high productivity, often operating two machines simultaneously. The company emphasizes a team-oriented environment with competitive compensation and benefits within the aerospace industry.
Requirements
- Proficient with standard types of measuring inspection equipment to verify machined dimensions or product – Indicating Micrometers, Bore Gages, Sunnen Gage, & Test Indicators
- Read and interpret of B/P’s including assemblies, dimensions, tolerances, symbols, notes, abbreviations, GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing), and any other standard nomenclature per customer, government, or industry standards and following directions
- Ability to use computer software, company ERP system, clocking in and out of jobs, etc.
- Must be able to stand for the majority of the work shift
- Sufficient verbal and written communication skills
- Good problem solving skills
- U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Mazak machines a plus
- Ability to read and interrupt G & M machine codes and program understanding is a plus
- Experience holding tolerances of .0002” - .0005” and surface finish requirements of 16 is a plus
- Strong attention to detail, quality-focused, and willing to learn
- General knowledge of standard shop practices and equipment
- Familiarity with live tooling a plus
Responsibilities
- Setup & operate to produce high precision aerospace components on ferrous and non-ferrous materials
- Daily machine maintenance (checking fluid levels, cleaning out chips, etc.)
- Maintaining a clean and organized work space
- Tool management, entering in offsets to compensate for tool wear etc.
- Replacement of worn and damaged tools (inserts, boring bars. Etc.)
- Adhering to all company and industry safety standards and protocols.
- Understanding of industry buy-off requirements, company specific handling & FOD requirements, product identification requirements, filling out company paperwork properly (MOT, Inspection Travelers, Job Sheets, etc.)
- Maintaining correct part counts on the MOT for the operations performed
- Ability to hold tolerances of .0002” - .0005” while maintaining a high level of productivity
- Able to work independently and stay on task – operate 2 machines regularly
- Ability to problem solve and communicate process improvement suggestions with management
- Communicate any job-related issues/questions (part feature, program, inspection, etc.) to lead personnel for resolution and or clarification
- Reporting all machine collisions and malfunctions to lead personnel
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available.
- 401(k) with company match
- 20% Night Shift Differential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
