Exp Machinist Tech - Fluid Systems Division

Parker Hannifin•Irvine, CA

About The Position

Parker Hannifin’s Parker Aerospace is hiring an experienced machinist technician for its Fluid Systems Division. The role performs development, prototype, and experimental machining on various types of machine-shop equipment. The technician handles complex assignments, including designing and preparing jigs, fixtures, and temporary tooling, and contributes to lean initiatives that improve productivity and reduce costs. The position routinely works independently with minimal guidance while collaborating in a team environment. The machinist operates and sets up manual and CNC machines, develops processes when formal documentation is unavailable, and works with engineering to resolve drawing, design, product, and process issues. The role also performs inspections using precision measuring equipment, maintains machine equipment and calibration, carries out statistical process control, and provides training and mentoring to less experienced team members. Applicants need at least seven years of directly related machining experience in a high-technology manufacturing environment. The position pays $36.80 to $54.95 per hour and participates in an annual incentive program. Employment is subject to drug testing and may be subject to U.S. export-compliance or government-contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Requirements

Seven or more years of directly related machining experience in a high-technology manufacturing environment.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervisory guidance.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities to meet customer needs.
Ability to read, understand, and follow blueprints, complex drawings, engineering specifications, and informal written or verbal instructions.
Proficiency in making and evaluating complex machine setups.
Working knowledge of advanced shop mathematics, including trigonometry, and a good understanding of GD&T.
Comprehensive knowledge of gages, precision measuring instruments, and necessary inspection equipment.
Ability to lead and/or implement lean initiatives.
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to work in a team environment on research and solution development.
Effective mentoring and training skills, including serving as a resource to other team members.
Ability to interpret reports and use job-specific software applications, employee self-service systems, and specialized automated systems.
May require a division-specific specialized certification, such as certified operator status.
Subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
Subject to meeting applicable U.S. export-compliance and/or U.S. government-contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Responsibilities

Run multiple machines and adapt or improvise tooling for complex operations requiring expert machining knowledge and experience.
Set up and operate manual and CNC machines, perform complex machining operations, troubleshoot problems, and adapt equipment to meet special machining requirements.
Interpret customer requirements using blueprints, complex drawings, engineering specifications, quality directives, charts, tables, sketches, and verbal instructions.
Independently analyze and recommend changes before manufacturing; work with engineering to resolve drawing errors, suggest design changes, and solve product or process problems.
Develop and define processes without formal documentation to produce final products with little or no direction.
Advise and assist with tooling design and improvements to manufacturing methods and techniques.
Inspect finished products against dimensional specifications using precision measuring instruments and, when required, a coordinate measuring machine; ensure equipment is calibrated on schedule.
Maintain equipment to meet division requirements for cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability.
Perform statistical process control as required by division requirements.
Apply advanced shop mathematics, including trigonometry, and knowledge of metal characteristics and processing requirements.
Contribute to or lead lean initiatives by identifying and suggesting areas for improvement.
Provide guidance in coordinating workload priorities and accommodating business demand.
Follow company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Train and mentor less experienced team members.
Perform other related responsibilities as requested.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness insurance coverage.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
Company-provided defined-contribution retirement plan with an annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
Career development and tuition reimbursement.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability programs.
Adoption assistance.
Care.com membership.
Financial planning assistance at no cost.
Optional identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness benefit programs at competitive rates.
Paid time off and company-paid holidays.
Participation in an annual incentive program.