Gantry Machinist - Night Shift

PCC Talent Acquisition Portal•Valencia, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Aerospace Dynamics International, Inc. (ADI) manufactures machined parts and assemblies for the commercial and military aerospace industries. The company has seven facilities on its Valencia, California campus and more than 240 full-time employees. ADI was acquired by PCC in April 2014 and has received significant capital investments since then. The Gantry Machinist sets up, operates, and troubleshoots site-specific CNC and conventional machines and machining processes. The role includes producing complex aerospace parts, creating and validating tooling, supporting cross-training across machine platforms, and mentoring and providing leadership to lower-level machinists. Gantry experience is highly preferred. This is a night-shift position, normally scheduled from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., Monday through Friday. At least 90 days of weekday day-shift training is required; day-shift hours are normally 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime may be available, and hours may vary based on company needs.

Requirements

Typically requires five or more years of machinist experience; five-plus years is preferred.
Proven experience as a machinist, with proficiency in CNC programming and operation of CNC milling machines and CNC lathes.
Advanced competencies in machine-platform operation and the ability to cross-train across platforms.
Advanced ability to set up jobs and verify tooling, programs, and machine platforms.
Advanced CNC programming, editing, and tooling-creation skills.
Intermediate CAD/CAM skills.
Complex troubleshooting skills across a wide range of production processes.
Evidence of successfully leading or mentoring others; mentoring and leadership skills.
Strong mechanical knowledge and ability to read blueprints and interpret GD&T specifications.
Ability to use precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, and coordinate measuring machines.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Nice To Haves

Gantry machining experience.
Experience with electrical discharge machining (EDM) techniques.
Familiarity with SolidWorks or general CAD tools for design review.

Responsibilities

Operate 3- to 5-axis CNC machines and conventional mills and lathes to produce complex aerospace parts.
Set up and operate CNC machines, including lathes and milling machines, to ensure performance and precision.
Provide cross-training flexibility in the operation of machine platforms.
Troubleshoot production processes and assist lower-level machinists without assistance.
Design, manufacture, and validate tooling for production needs.
Mentor lower-level machinists and provide area leadership and training as needed.
Program CNC equipment using CAM software and interpret blueprints, GD&T, and technical drawings.
Measure parts with precision instruments and coordinate measuring machines to verify dimensions against specifications.
Perform routine machinery maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and document repairs or adjustments made during shifts.
Use hand tools, power tools, and tooling to assemble components or modify parts for production.
Apply electrical discharge machining techniques when needed for complex or hard-to-machine materials.
Follow lean manufacturing principles to improve workflow, reduce waste, and increase efficiency.
Maintain a safe work environment and follow applicable safety protocols.
Perform additional tasks as assigned by management.