CNC Machinist 1st Shift Temp to Hire

Ducommun•Gardena, CA

2d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for setting up and operating the CNC (Computer Numerical Controlled) Multi-Axis machines, Vertical/Gantry/Horizontal rotary (4th) axis mills, CC Lathes/Routers and/or 5 axis Core mills. Who are we? Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company in California. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rush and eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in Southern California by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers like Lindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed. Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovative manufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrial markets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complex products and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-critical military and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications. Our facility in Gardena, CA is a leading global supplier of large stretch formed aircraft skins, hot forming of titanium, superplastic forming and complex fastened and welded assemblies. Why Ducommun? Excellent company culture – as recognized by Newsweek’s Top 100 Most Loved Workplaces Clean and climate controlled working environment Opportunity for career growth Great benefits including paid vacation and sick time, 401K match, Employee Stock Purchase Program, annual bonus plan, and tuition reimbursement Job Summary Fully qualified in the operation of 3 and 4 Axis CNC milling machines, manual machining/honing/grinding equipment, for production/fabrication of precision machine parts Sets up machines, adjusts, verifies part conformity to blue print/specification and operates machines to perform a series of progressive machining operations to close and exacting tolerances and finish specifications requiring considerable skill and knowledge of machining techniques and methods Capable of independently selecting proper tools for set up and operation of Multi-Axis CNC equipment and a variety of manual/automatic machines When qualified by experience to operate 4th Axis Horizontal/Gantry milling equipment, may operate 5 axis core mills with assistance and guidance from area leads When qualified by experience to operate 5 axis core mills, may operate 4-axis horizontal’s or CNC lathes with assistance and guidance from area leads Sets up all tools, performs related bench work and verifies part conformity using precision measuring equipment as required Set up machines with furnished jigs and fixtures to machine production parts May operate multiple machines Performs SPC (Statistical Process Control) charting as required Assists area leads in process debug, providing potential solutions to common machining problems Provides input to area lead/supervisor regarding processes that are not capable for either quality or production effectiveness Reads/follows shop order/planning instructions, maintains material traceability and performs written entries into shop orders, as required by planning and company procedures Records entries into Machine Event Logs, reflecting actions taken during machining operations, or providing information for following shifts Will transact operation movements in CinCom for jobs worked/completed Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area. Performs other duties as assigned including leading projects and participation in project committees

Requirements

Efficient use of CNC Multi-Axis machines, CNC Lathes/Routers and/or 5 axis Core mills
Demonstrated use of manual machining/honing/grinding equipment
Capable of independently selecting proper tools for set up and operation of Multi-Axis CNC equipment and a variety of manual/automatic machines
Proficient ability to read/understand blue print/specifications
H.S. Diploma or GED
Manufacturing environment
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses and fully enclosed steel or composite toe shoes while in all manufacturing areas. Hearing protection and hard hat in certain manufacturing areas.
Noise level is usually moderate
Employee will comply with all applicable ISO procedures (ISO 9001, 14001)

Responsibilities

Fully qualified in the operation of 3 and 4 Axis CNC milling machines, manual machining/honing/grinding equipment, for production/fabrication of precision machine parts
Sets up machines, adjusts, verifies part conformity to blue print/specification and operates machines to perform a series of progressive machining operations to close and exacting tolerances and finish specifications requiring considerable skill and knowledge of machining techniques and methods
Capable of independently selecting proper tools for set up and operation of Multi-Axis CNC equipment and a variety of manual/automatic machines
When qualified by experience to operate 4th Axis Horizontal/Gantry milling equipment, may operate 5 axis core mills with assistance and guidance from area leads
When qualified by experience to operate 5 axis core mills, may operate 4-axis horizontal’s or CNC lathes with assistance and guidance from area leads
Sets up all tools, performs related bench work and verifies part conformity using precision measuring equipment as required
Set up machines with furnished jigs and fixtures to machine production parts
May operate multiple machines
Performs SPC (Statistical Process Control) charting as required
Assists area leads in process debug, providing potential solutions to common machining problems
Provides input to area lead/supervisor regarding processes that are not capable for either quality or production effectiveness
Reads/follows shop order/planning instructions, maintains material traceability and performs written entries into shop orders, as required by planning and company procedures
Records entries into Machine Event Logs, reflecting actions taken during machining operations, or providing information for following shifts
Will transact operation movements in CinCom for jobs worked/completed
Responsible for the proper handling and management of hazardous waste generated in their work area.
Performs other duties as assigned including leading projects and participation in project committees