Machine Operator Trainee (Grinder) - 2nd Shift

LISI Aerospace•Torrance, CA

About The Position

The Machine Operator Trainee performs basic setups and operates production machinery to meet company targets and standards. The role requires the ability to operate at least three production machines, which may include a grinder and other listed production machines, and to maintain the expected competency level as measured by skill assessments. Work is performed under supervision and has no supervisory responsibilities. The position includes checking parts and machine settings against blueprints, specifications, router packages, and work instructions; conducting in-process inspections; addressing minor machine malfunctions; and escalating major discrepancies. The trainee also contributes to production documentation, continuous improvement, housekeeping, safety, and environmental initiatives. This is a second-shift schedule, Monday through Thursday, from 2:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Starting pay is $20 per hour, dependent on experience, with eligibility for a $1.10-per-hour B-shift differential.

Requirements

Minimum of 1–3 years of experience and/or training in aerospace fastener manufacturing or an industrial shop, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working experience with manufacturing-environment procedures.
Ability to operate at least three production machines from the listed production equipment.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group settings.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and shop math, including calculations involving whole numbers, fractions, decimals, units, weight, volume, and distance.
Ability to comprehend detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with departmental applications, including SPC and the shop floor system.
Ability to meet the physical demands, including extended standing, walking, repetitive hand movements, manual dexterity, bending, reaching to shoulder level, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 30 pounds.
Ability to comply with applicable company and governmental safety, environmental, and hazardous-material regulations and procedures; wear required personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Experience in aerospace fastener manufacturing.

Responsibilities

Perform basic setups and operate up to three automatic production machines to produce parts according to blueprints, router packages, specifications, and special instructions.
Recognize out-of-tolerance conditions and adjust machine controls or control media as required.
Conduct basic trial runs to check the accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
Check parts for conformance to specifications using gauges, SPC, and the shop floor system.
Recognize and remedy minor machine malfunctions, conduct in-process inspections, and report major discrepancies to a lead or supervisor.
Determine and use appropriate feed and speed combinations.
Provide information to Manufacturing, Engineering, and others to document procedures and drawings.
Check tooling and rework it as needed to keep machines running.
Lay out parts for successive and continuous machining operations.
Examine products against blueprints or work instructions to verify conformance to quality standards.
Participate in and maintain LEAP and APU/GAP standards; engage in PSM1 meetings and report ongoing or long-term problems.
Sustain actions related to projects and workshops.
Perform recordkeeping and data entry, maintain housekeeping, and follow safety regulations and procedures.
Attend required training, comply with HSE procedures and policies, follow safe operating procedures and reporting requirements, and promptly report known or suspected nonconformance.
Seek opportunities to improve HSE performance, including establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting results.
Follow waste-elimination initiatives related to manufacturing, including recycling and minimizing production waste.
Perform other related duties as assigned.