Operator - Non-Certified (2nd Shift)

GKN Aerospace•Newington, CT

6d•$50,886 - $63,608

About The Position

The Operator - Non-Certified operates horizontal and large milling machines and vertical multi-axis CNC machining centers using premanufactured fixtures. The operator works with a wide variety of machines with minimal or no guidance, from setup through completion, including testing new programs. They inspect parts against operation process sheets and adjust machines as needed to meet required tolerances. The role is responsible for meeting quality requirements and daily part-count goals. The position involves working independently or with others in machine cells to meet takt time, machining assigned parts across a majority of the product mix, and supporting a safe, clean, and continuously improving work environment. The stated salary range is $50,886–$63,608 annually. GKN's benefits package may include medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement savings plans; paid time off and holidays; life and disability insurance; employee assistance programs; professional development opportunities; and eligibility for a company performance-based bonus program. Bonus payments are not guaranteed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 2 years of machining experience in a manufacturing environment.
Basic troubleshooting skills, such as identifying tooling issues.
Familiarity with measuring devices.
Ability to multitask.
Must be a U.S. person (citizen or green card holder) or able to obtain the necessary government licensing to work with controlled technology and products.

Nice To Haves

GKN experience.
Ability to read blueprints.
Experience in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
Experience with Zimmermann and Siemens Control.

Responsibilities

Work independently or with others in groups of machines called cells to meet takt time.
Batch and serialize parts.
Document work as needed.
Monitor, change, and set cutters, ensuring they are changed at the appropriate time and set to limits stated on tool sheets.
Follow work instructions, including batch cards, standard operating procedures, inspection method sheets, operation sheets, and tool sheets.
Maintain a clean work area.
Inspect parts using provided tools, such as micrometers or indicators, and follow operation sheets.
Check and add coolant as needed; monitor and adjust refractor coolant levels.
Remove metal chips from machines and swap or move metal-chip barrels when full.
Verify tool offsets, work offsets, or tool lengths for peers.
Adjust work offsets or tool lengths and diameters as needed to ensure part quality.
Complete preventative maintenance procedures assigned to cell equipment, such as checking filters, spindle oil levels, and vactra levels for ways.
Machine all assigned parts and operate a majority of the product mix.
Load and unload parts for machines.
Support efforts to improve and maintain a safe environment.
Support and complete continuous improvement ideas.
Perform other job duties as assigned.