Machinist - 1st Shift Weekends

NWI Aerostructures•Wichita, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for machinists with a minimum of 3 years of experience. To mill, drill, bore, or ream parts from extrusions, bar stock, forging, plate, assemblies or composites that meet or exceed the specifications of our customers by means of CNC programs, conventional machines, and spar mills. Major Activities Performed and Machines/Tools Used by All Job Levels 3, 4, and 5-axis machines with a variety of controls Conventional mills, drills, lathes, and boring machines. Twist Mills, Pad Mills, Onsruds, and Vertical Mills Single or multiple spindled work centers Forklifts Hoists Precision Measuring Equipment Burr tools

Requirements

High School or equivalent.
Typically, two to five years of experience.
Completion of any assigned training. (Blueprint, math, SPC, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Siemens control experience a plus!

Responsibilities

Knowledge of blueprints, Engineering Orders (E.O.), Statistical Process Controls (SPCs), and Drawing Change Notices (DCNs).
Follows instructions from planning, setup sheets, shop charts, and verbal instructions.
Be familiar with multiple machine controls
Perform the necessary actions to find and load the correct program from the DNC and understand the process for removing old programs from the machine control.
Setup, with full to moderate assistance, the operations required to produce a quality part.
Maintain quality standards focusing on reducing the number of defects due to workmanship.
A basic to advanced working knowledge of the various precision measuring tools used within the department.
Understand what to check and when to use the various precision measuring instruments to ensure a quality part is being produced.
Keep all company-owned and personal precision measuring equipment calibrated.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment according to the checklist at the machine.
Maintain good housekeeping practices to ensure a safe, well-organized work area.
Safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, earplugs, aprons, gloves, and any other safety-related items as defined by the supervisor/lead person will be required.
Proper disposal of hazardous waste as defined by supervisor/lead person as well as how to find and use the Safety Data Sheets.
Basic knowledge of shop math and how to apply it. (SAE and Metric dimensioning)
Knowledge of the different types of tools and tool holders, as well as our tool setting procedures.
Demonstrate good communication with supervisor/co-workers and use time wisely.
Work overtime as required to meet the customer schedule.
Learn and adhere to company policies and procedures defined in the company handbook.