Machine Operator I - Weekend Shift (Fri - Sun)

LISI Aerospace•Torrance, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

The Specialty Machine Level I position is to perform basic set-ups and operate specialty machines to achieve all company targets and standards. Specialty machines include Multi-spindle, Davenport, Index, CNC, Euro-turns. Specialty I position must maintain the expected level of competency in accordance with skills assessment.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • A minimum of 1-2 years experience or equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and use shop and measuring tools.
  • Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts and calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios and standard units of measurements.
  • Knowledge of SPC, and departmental applications (Shop Floor System).
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
  • Employee is frequently required to stand for extended periods of time, speak or listen, and walk.
  • The employee is frequently required to use eye-hand coordination, repetitive hand movement and manual dexterity use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
  • The employee must frequently bend, reach to shoulder level and lift, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 30 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
  • Hearing level within normal/average range.
  • The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
  • Employee will be required to wear personal safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear PPE in specified areas.
  • Participate in the development and promotion of the HSE culture
  • Be exemplary in terms of health, safety and the environment, in particular by: Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety and the environment (in particular the LISI golden rules)
  • Immediately correcting, whenever possible, or reporting to his or her superiors and/or the HSE department, any malfunction or risky situation in the fields of health, safety and environmental protection
  • Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks
  • Participate, upon request, in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to his/her professional scope
  • Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work
  • Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives
  • To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact.

Nice To Haves

  • Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; understands the work flows and procedures.
  • Technical Skills – Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly and production equipment.
  • Oral and Written Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
  • Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Places success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of team members.
  • Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
  • Cost Consciousness - Recommends saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
  • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities of self; Uses time efficiently; Plans for resources in a creative way only adding cost as absolutely necessary; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
  • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Responsibilities

  • Operates and maintains at least 2 automatic multi-spindle screw or CNC machines to perform operations or combinations of operations within their normal capacity with limited assistance and supervision.
  • Starts machine(s), observes operation, and inspects first run and sample work piece(s) to ensure machine(s) conform to specifications.
  • Performs Statistical Process Control (SPC) checks per specification and acts in accordance with output.
  • Reads blueprint or job order for product specification such as dimensions, tolerance, number or parts to be formed and tooling instruction on type tooling required.
  • Inspects parts using micrometers, gages and other measuring tools, to ensure compliance with specifications.
  • Performs record keeping, data entry, housekeeping, and follows safety regulations.
  • Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.
  • Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times.
  • Required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.
  • Other duties assigned.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • FSA/HSA
  • 401K Matching
  • Vacation Pay
  • Sick Pay
  • Education Reimbursement
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