CNC Machinist

HEICO Corporation • Vista, CA

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About The Position

The CNC Machinist works closely with the Machine Shop Programmer and Engineers to ensure machine-shop-fabricated parts and newly designed parts and assemblies are fabricated to company standards. The role completes machine setups independently and handles all phases of part operation, from setup through first-article acceptance. It also involves in-process quality inspection and recordkeeping, identifying process improvements, communicating results to management, and participating in required internal training.

The position is performed in a loud manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical parts and other workplace hazards. The employee may need to stand for extended periods, perform varied physical tasks, and lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

• U.S. Person status is required due to export control.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Understanding of machine-tool clearances, fixture offsets, and cutting-tool offsets.
• Experience with HAAS machines.
• Ability to work in a loud environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and the management team.
• Ability to use indicators, gauges, and plate inspection methods for fixture pickup, first-article inspection, and in-process inspection of precision-machined parts.
• Ability to verbally communicate and read and comprehend written and verbal instructions in English.
• Ability to interpret blueprints and quality requirements.
• Availability to work periodic mandatory weekends and overtime.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office programs, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including standing, walking, reaching, climbing or balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; lifting or moving up to 50 pounds at times; and using manual dexterity to assemble parts quickly and accurately.
• Vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Complete machine setups without assistance.
• Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, and design data to select the appropriate machine tool, work holding, cutters, machine speeds, and feed rates.
• Perform all phases of part operation, from setup through first-article acceptance.
• Perform and maintain accurate in-process quality inspections and records.
• Identify and recommend process improvements that reduce variation in part quality.
• Enter data into visual management forms and communicate results to management.
• Continuously improve processes and procedures and eliminate waste.
• Participate in internal training as needed to perform assigned duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED