CNC MACHINIST I (B Shift)
About The Position
LISI AEROSPACE is a global leader in the aerospace value chain, specializing in high-tech metal components for aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market, LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011. The company is dedicated to industrial excellence, aiming to be a leader in costs, quality, deadlines, and workplace safety. LISI AEROSPACE emphasizes advancement and flexibility, empowering employees with the latitude to carry out assignments and develop skills through the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI). The company is growing and actively seeking new talent. The CNC Machinist I is responsible for operating CNC machines and performing routine machining tasks to support production and quality requirements. This role focuses on consistent machine operation, basic tooling changes, and in-process inspection while adhering to established programs and work instructions. The CNC Machinist I works independently on assigned machines but escalates issues beyond routine operation to higher-level machinists or supervision.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of CNC machining experience
- Hands-on experience operating CNC machines in a manufacturing environment
- Experience using precision measuring equipment such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Experience reading and interpreting basic blueprints
- Familiarity with basic shop floor systems and production documentation
- Follows all safety rules, job safety analyses, and PPE requirements without exception
- Produces parts that meet quality, customer, and regulatory requirements
- Stops work and escalates concerns when safety or quality risks are identified
- Takes ownership of assigned machines and tasks
- Arrives on time, prepared, and ready to work
- Completes documentation accurately and consistently
- Communicates machine status clearly during pass downs and meetings
- Works respectfully and cooperatively with teammates and leads
- Responds professionally to feedback and direction
- Minimum 1 year of CNC machining experience or successful completion of the internal CNC Machinist Trainee program
- Experience operating CNC machines following established programs
- Ability to adjust basic tooling and make routine tooling changes
- Ability to use basic measuring equipment (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
- Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints
- Basic math skills (decimals and fractions)
- Ability to communicate machine status and issues clearly using pass downs and face-to-face communication
- Ability to stand and walk throughout the entire shift
- Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 30 pounds
- Frequent repetitive hand and wrist motions, including operating machine controls
- Ability to open and close machine doors repeatedly
- Ability to load parts into chucks or fixtures
- Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and grasp as required
- Visual acuity sufficient to read measuring instruments, machine displays, and blueprints
Nice To Haves
- Works independently on assigned machines while strictly following established procedures
- Prioritizes safety, quality, and accuracy over speed
- Maintains awareness of machine condition and production status
- Communicates clearly and consistently through pass downs and direct discussion
- Accepts coaching and applies feedback to improve performance
- Escalates issues promptly rather than attempting unauthorized fixes
- Follows documented processes, programs, and work instructions
- Authorized to perform routine machine operation and basic tooling changes
- Escalates setup, programming, tooling, or quality issues beyond routine operation to CNC Machinist II, CNC Machinist III, CNC Machinist Lead, or supervision
Responsibilities
- Operate CNC machines in accordance with established programs, work instructions, and safety procedures
- Load and unload parts and monitor machine cycles
- Change basic tooling as required
- Use gauges and precision measuring devices to perform in-process inspections
- Verify parts meet quality and dimensional requirements
- Recognize improper machine functioning and report findings to CNC Machinist II, CNC Machinist III, CNC Machinist Lead, or Supervisor
- Use pass down sheets and participate in face-to-face problem-solving meetings to communicate machine status, including dates and times tooling was last changed, maintenance or equipment issues, machine performance or repeatability concerns, and status of ongoing setups or jobs in progress
- Demonstrate working knowledge of shop floor systems used for production tracking, quality, and communication
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Comply with all company safety, quality, and production policies
- Assist supervisors, mechanical engineers, and planners with work organization to support continuous improvement initiatives and reduce setup time, cycle time, and machine downtime
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support operational needs
Benefits
- Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI)
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
