CNC Machinist (Various Shifts Available)

VERUS AEROSPACE FINANCE INC•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The CNC Machinist operates industrial equipment to manufacture parts, primarily from aluminum and titanium. The role requires technical knowledge and the ability to set up and operate CNC machines while maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records, and maintaining equipment and supplies. The machinist sets up and troubleshoots 5-axis machines for large, complex parts; uses precision measuring tools to verify accurate setups and finished products; and adjusts machining processes to meet specifications. The role also includes independently troubleshooting equipment and cell-controller issues, communicating recommended programming changes, operating multiple machines with minimal supervision, supporting continuous improvement, and taking responsibility for safety in the assigned area.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Certification from an accredited organization and five years of experience, or a minimum of seven years of progressively responsible milling experience.
Recent experience with Fanuc and Siemens controls.
Understand M and G codes for the work centers and controllers in the assigned area.
Basic math and geometry knowledge; elementary knowledge of engineering principles is helpful.
Ability to read blueprints and follow work orders and verbal instructions.
Ability to set up and operate a variety of machine tools and operate precision measuring tools or equipment.
Ability to examine products or work for conformance to specifications and monitor machinery operation for problems.
Ability to troubleshoot issues independently and run multiple machines with minimal supervision.
Demonstrate Level I–Level III proficiencies.
Ability to provide accurate information, train less experienced operators as directed, and communicate recommended feed-and-speed changes to programming.
Ability to complete work on schedule, accurately clock jobs, and take responsibility for quality and safety in the assigned area.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace industry experience is a plus.
Experience with Pro3, Pro5, and Pro6 is a plus.
Elementary knowledge of engineering principles is helpful.

Responsibilities

Operate CNC machines, milling machines, end mills, and other machine tools to manufacture parts, primarily from aluminum and titanium.
Measure and verify setups using gauges, calipers, indicators, micrometers, and other precision measuring tools.
Maintain specifications by observing drilling and cutting, taking measurements, detecting malfunctions, troubleshooting processes, adjusting controls, replacing worn tools, and following quality assurance procedures.
Set up and troubleshoot 5-axis machines for large, complex parts.
Understand and apply M and G codes for work centers and controllers in the assigned area.
Understand feeds and speeds and communicate recommended changes to programming.
Troubleshoot issues independently, including cell-controller and machine issues, and report issues to the production lead.
Examine products and work to verify conformance to specifications and remain responsible for the quality of work performed.
Monitor machinery and equipment for problems and conduct routine preventive care.
Provide accurate information to supervisors and coworkers, and provide training to less experienced operators or as directed by management.
Accurately clock jobs and complete work according to the established schedule.
Support continuous improvement in work areas and provide backup coverage for the supervisor or manager.
Respond quickly to situations that could damage equipment, product, or workers, and assume responsibility for the assigned operating area.
Ensure daily safety checks are performed on cranes, straps, and forklifts; ensure operators and visitors follow safety policies and wear proper PPE.
Perform other duties and assignments as requested by management.