CNC Operator - B Shift

Rocket Lab Corporation•Long Beach, CA

20h•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Based out of Rocket Lab Headquarters in Long Beach, California the CNC Operator will maintain, set up and operate the CNC machines to build flight-ready hardware that meet Rocket Lab specification at the needed rate.

Requirements

1+ years of experience with CNC operation on Lathe and/or Mills.
Basic knowledge of machining and manufacturing processes.
Demonstrated ability to interpret Drawings and GD&T.
Basic math skills (including decimals, fractions, and conversions).
Familiarity with measurement tools (e.g., calipers, micrometers, gauges).
Willing to work 2nd shift (Monday- Thursday 3:15pm - 1:45am)
Ability to travel and communicate outside of work hours
Must be able to work extended hours and/or weekends as needed
Repetitive assembly operations, grasping, standing, lifting, bending, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
Must be able to move repetitively, bend or twist, and use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls.
Must be able to walk or stand for extended periods – 8 hours min
Must be able to lift up to 25lbs. unassisted.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with G-code or CNC programming basics.
Previous experience with CNC Mills, Lathes, or routers.
Exposure to ISO or AS9100 quality environments
Ability to edit CNC programs
Experience using Siemens, Fanuc and Celos Controls

Responsibilities

Work with CNC Lathe and Mill machines.
Read and translate Drawings/CAD Models.
Work with CNC programmer to maintain tolerances.
Work to reduce any non-conformances found by Quality or Engineering.
Provide improvement ideas on batch sizes, setups, tool selection etc.
Track calibration and maintenance of all equipment and tooling in the area.

Benefits

Employees may also receive company equity and access to a robust benefits package including: top tier medical HMO, PPO & a 100% company-sponsored medical HSA plan option, dental and vision coverage, 3 weeks paid vacation and 5 days sick leave per year, 11 paid holidays per year, flexible spending and dependent care savings accounts, paid parental leave, disability insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
Other perks include: Discounted employee stock purchase program, subsidized EV charging stations, onsite gym, food and drinks, and other discounts.

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