CNC Machinist II (2nd Shift)

TriMas CorporationEl Cajon, CA
$32 - $36Onsite

About The Position

This occupation requires skill and performance in all phases of CNC lathe work. Includes operating, setting and editing programs. This occupation includes lifting, bending, and considerable time standing. The role is required to be on-site 4 days at the EL Cajon, CA location.

Requirements

  • Minimum of eight (8) years’ experience.
  • Strong manual machining background.
  • Ability to work with others and follow instructions of shop supervisors.
  • Must have own measuring tools and locking box.
  • Knowledge of trigonometry. How to apply a right triangle in the measurement of parts, both setting up and calculating from engineering drawings for parts measurements.
  • Minimum tool requirements: dial calipers, outside micrometers, dial indicator, dial indicator magnetic base, edge finder, 6” flexible scale, combination square, radius gauges, screwdriver set, pliers, 10” adjustable wrench.
  • Must be a U.S. person within the meaning of ITAR (U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident, or admitted as a refugee or granted asylum).

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to perform mathematical tasks in computing angular and linear dimensions in fabrication of parts.
  • Knowledge to troubleshoot machining problems.
  • Knowledge of material types.

Responsibilities

  • Operating, setting and editing CNC lathe programs.
  • Machining close tolerance aerospace parts and tooling on all types of CNC machines.
  • Reading and interpreting blueprints, Engineering instructions and traveler instructions.
  • Performing mathematical tasks in computing angular and linear dimensions in fabrication of parts.
  • Working with others and following instructions of shop supervisors.
  • Troubleshooting machining problems.
  • Understanding material types.
  • Holding close tolerance and producing quality work.
  • Machining parts to tolerance and dimensions required by engineering drawings, both in metric and inch format.
  • Setting up and operating CNC lathes and Mills.
  • Editing programs and isolating and making minor program changes if problems arise.
  • Isolating and identifying a machining problem as it arises and taking the proper action to solve it, such as insert wear, tool breakage, etc.
  • Knowing machine feeds and speeds for the different types of materials.
  • Operating machinery and selecting the proper tooling, which may include hand-grinding tools, to achieve the specified blueprint requirements.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance and Prescription Drugs
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Long-Term Disability Insurance (for eligible employees)
  • Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off (may include vacation and sick time)
  • Retirement Program
  • Other Voluntary Benefits
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