CNC Operator, Floater

Ascent Aerospace•Lake Orion, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Operator works in conjunction with the CNC Department Manager to establish aerospace tool setups and validate programs for use on 3-axis machines. The role is responsible for day-to-day numerical control machine program development and complete numerical control operations for machining tools, details, and parts. The operator follows safety procedures and policies and performs additional duties as reasonably assigned by management. The position is based in a manufacturing plant, where employees may encounter moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, caustic chemicals, vibration, and moderate noise. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required for most or all of the workday. Local travel to other sites may be needed during the workday; some projects may require overnight and out-of-area travel paid for by the business. Overtime or weekend work may be required to meet department and business demands.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; equivalent combinations of education and experience providing the required skills and knowledge will be considered.
Five years of experience in conventional machining and/or NC machining practices.
Experience working with 3-axis Hurco CNC machines.
Experience with conversational programming.
Strong mathematical skills, including calculating proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to read and understand blueprints, including geometric tolerances, general tolerances, and GD&T.
Must be a U.S. person as defined by ITAR, including a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.
Employment is contingent on passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, including lifting and moving up to 35 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 50 pounds; use provided mobile handling devices for heavier objects.
Must pass and maintain certifications required to use business-provided moving equipment.

Nice To Haves

Ability to handle tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work varied shifts, overtime, and weekends when necessary.
Confidence leading processes and projects and identifying opportunities.
Ability to work with the management team to help drive location performance.
Current, previous, or willingness to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

Work with NC Programmers and the CNC Department Manager to establish NC tool setups and validate NC programs for 3-axis CNC machines.
Operate numerical control equipment for machining tools, details, and parts.
Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and policies.
Perform additional duties reasonably assigned by management.
Manage the Numerical Control database.