Machinist 2/3 - B Shift

Northrop Grumman•Salt Lake City, UT

3d•$44,400 - $87,900•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Machinist – Level 2 or Level 3 to join their team in Salt Lake City, UT. This position will be supporting their Copper Crossing Value Stream (CXVS) facility. As a Machinist in the Case Center of Excellence, the role involves working on and inspecting High Value rocket motor case manufacturing activities utilizing Machining Centers and Hand Operations. This job involves machining parts per specification by setting up and operating CNC equipment. The Machinist is responsible for the quality of the product by performing both in-process and final part inspections, care and maintenance of the equipment, assuring tooling and materials readiness, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This position will require the individual to provide training to others in all aspects of CNC equipment setup, operation and maintenance. This is a weekday, night shift position (12-hour shifts, rotating Thursdays). Overtime is worked as necessary for both shifts.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to work with others at all levels of the organization
Proven track record training mid to upper skill level machine operators
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to prioritize
Excellent time management skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced, diverse environment
Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence
High energy, results oriented, self-motivated / self-reliant, team player
Candidate must have 2+ years CNC 3 - 5-axis machining experience (Level 2) or 4+ years CNC 3 - 5-axis machining experience (Level 3).
Must have extensive experience running manual machines and performing set-ups.
Experience with Fanuc Controller preferred
Ability to read and interpret production specifications, production diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical specifications (English)
Ability to read and interpret blue prints
Expert in GD&T
Experience in following written set-up instructions and /or performing unique set-ups
Demonstrated ability to resolve unforeseen, unique issues as they arise in machining a part(s)
Experience in complex measurements and advanced shop math calculations relative to tolerances, dimensions, tooling, and feeds and speeds
Ability to understand and work with knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and disciplines.
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice To Haves

Machinist Certification from an accredited Trade School

Responsibilities

Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.
Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup.
Uses a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
Makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining.
Fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required.
Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
Provides training to others in all aspects of CNC equipment setup, operation and maintenance.