Machine-Tool Operator 2nd Shift

Lockheed Martin • Lexington, KY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

You will be the Machine Tool Operator for our team. Our team is responsible for operating machine tools to machine metal for use in making or maintaining jigs, fixtures, cutting tools, gauges, aircraft components, and various other products or molds used in shaping or forming metal or nonmetallic material. As the Machine Tool Operator, you will be responsible for planning and performing difficult machining operations, setting up machine tools, determining proper feeds, speeds, tooling, and operation sequence, and using precision measuring instruments to achieve requisite dimensions to very close tolerances.

Requirements

• MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.
• The selected candidate must possess an active Secret clearance to start.
• Candidate must be able to maintain secret level security clearance, be willing to be moved to different machines with different tasks as workload demands.
• Candidate must possess basic computer skills and be able to check email daily as well as perform computer based annual training.

Nice To Haves

• 5-axis CNC machining experience.
• Experience in a "job shop" environment where the same product isn't produced everyday.
• SAP experience.
• A background in manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operating one or more types of machine tools, such as 3, 4, and 5-axis machining CNC machines, grinding machines, lathes, and milling machines.
• Planning and performing difficult machining operations, including setting up machine tools and determining proper feeds, speeds, tooling, and operation sequence.
• Using precision measuring instruments to achieve requisite dimensions to very close tolerances and making necessary adjustments during machining operations.
• Selecting proper coolants and cutting and lubricating oils, recognizing when tools need dressing, and dressing tools as needed.
• Working on 2nd shift, Monday through Thursday, 3:30pm to 2:00am, and performing other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees