CNC Setup Programming Machinist

RTC Aerospace•Simi Valley, CA

14h•Onsite

About The Position

RTCA is a 60-year-old aerospace manufacturer of complex, high-tolerance, difficult-to-machine parts. We have 4 facilities across the nation bringing exceptional cellular manufacturing capabilities and unique engineered solutions to our clients’ designed products. We are a company driven by ambitious individuals, working together to become an industry leader in lean-cell manufacturing. Come be a part of something exceptional at RTCA! A CNC Set-Up Programming Machinist oversees operating the computer numerical control (CNC) machine. They produce machined parts according to established parameters and specifications. CNC Operator work alongside many departments such as: Quality, Engineering, and Operations to produce high-quality products.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in the manufacturing industry with knowledge of speeds and feeds
On the job experience operating the following: large vertical boring mills (vbm), Horizontal boring mills (hbm), and/or 6′ to 8′ work envelopes
Properly uses basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometer, indicators, etc.)
Able to work independently, responsible, & reliable
Working with forgings and castings
Proficient blueprint reading skills & trigonometry
Proficient with quality tools required to do the job
Ability to work independently, follow instructions, concentrate for long periods of time
Great work ethics
Demonstrate strong attention to detail
Mechanically inclined, with good manual dexterity
Good writing and verbal communication skills
Experience with MS applications
Strong skills and aptitude in math
Completion of vocational or college training in machine shop (Certificate of completion of basic machining course
Must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.

Responsibilities

Working a Full-time, onsite position at our Simi Valley, CA location.
With limited supervision, performs advanced level machining of parts and tools.
Performs in-process inspections of Level I Operators.
Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications using standard measuring tools
Understands and comprehends all forms of technical documents including blueprints and drawings, written specifications, charts, tables, etc.
Skillfully uses all machinist hand tools and measuring instruments.
Sets up and lays out own work from blueprints, sketches, and written specifications according to requirements.
Report job status to the supervisor including any malfunctions, non-conformances, damaged equipment, or other obstacles to production.
Ensure the on-time completion of tasks and reviews work for quality and completeness.
Sets up machines proficiently for each job
Works from prints or drawings to produce a variety of items
Produces precision parts within the allocated time listed on job traveler
Inspects machining operations and finished products against specified tolerances, using precision measuring tools - Keeps quality records for each job
Keeps machinery and tooling in good working order, according to daily, weekly, & monthly maintenance schedule
Performs in-process inspections of Level I Operators.
Make offset adjustments up to .002.
Identify and change worn and broken tools efficiently
Troubleshoot minor issues that arise after tool changes and offset adjustments.
Provide detailed tie-in notes, address, and avert issues
Ability to provide accurate descriptions of issues to higher-level machinist
Operate all machines within their Cell
Set up many of the common jobs within their Cell
Load programs into machines
Back programs up to “Machine Dump”
Interpret blueprints accurately to make necessary adjustments.
Maintains a track record of high-quality work with low rework and scrap history.
Maintains high efficiencies and run rates for given machine.
Performs other duties as assigned.