Part Time Machinist

CMI Group Aerospace & DefensePhoenix, AZ
Onsite

About The Position

Part-Time CNC Machinist positions (Saturday & Sunday only) Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing. This role is responsible for ensuring that every part manufactured aligns exactly with engineering blueprints and technical specifications. The machinist will use precision measurement tools to verify that finished parts meet strict tolerances, operate CNC machines without oversight running proven production jobs, and understand process troubleshooting techniques. They will demonstrate proper setup techniques, loading, indicating, and touch off of all tooling, and be able to load programs and verify correct operation. Responsibilities include cutting jaws, loading fixtures, first piece buy-off, daily machine maintenance, and maintaining a clean and organized work space. A clear understanding of CNC controls including G & M program codes, tool management, and replacement of worn/damaged tools is essential. The role requires the ability to read and understand blueprints, including assemblies, dimensions, tolerances, symbols, notes, GD&T, and other standard nomenclature. Proper use of basic inspection, measuring, and test equipment is also required, along with in-process inspection of parts and recording inspection data. The machinist will also be responsible for filling out MOT and job routers, maintaining correct part counts, tagging hardware, and recording discrepancies. All issues, job-related issues/questions, machine collisions, and malfunctions are to be addressed with lead personnel. Adherence to all company and industry safety standards and protocols is mandatory. Understanding of industry buy-off requirements, company-specific handling & FOD requirements, product identification requirements, and proper completion of company paperwork are also key aspects of the role.

Requirements

  • Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.
  • CNC Mill or CNC Lathe experience.
  • Ability to use computer software, company ERP system, clocking in and out of jobs, etc.
  • 2 – 5 years of experience running CNC lathes.
  • Clear understand G & M codes for Fanuc based programming.
  • Good understanding of GD&T and industry standards of inspection.
  • Must be able to stand for the majority of the work shift.
  • Sufficient verbal and written communication skills.
  • Good problem solving skills.
  • Willingness to comply with all safety standards.

Responsibilities

  • Ensuring that every part manufactured aligns exactly with engineering blueprints and technical specifications.
  • Use precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and depth gauges to verify that finished parts meet strict tolerances.
  • Operate CNC machines without oversight running proven production jobs.
  • Understand process trouble shooting techniques with the ability to display those attributes.
  • Demonstrate proper setup techniques, loading, indicating, touch off, of all tooling.
  • Ability to load programs and verify correct operation, revision, etc.
  • Cutting jaws and loading of needed fixtures.
  • First piece buy-off.
  • Daily machine maintenance (checking fluid levels, cleaning out chips, etc.).
  • Maintaining a clean and organized work space.
  • Clear understanding of CNC controls including G & M program codes.
  • Tool management, entering in offsets without oversight to compensate for tool wear etc.
  • Replacement of worn and damaged tools (inserts, boring bars, end mills, drills, etc.).
  • Ability to read and have a clear understanding of B/P’s including assemblies, dimensions, tolerances, symbols, notes, abbreviations, GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing), and any other standard nomenclature per customer, government, or industry standards.
  • Proper use of basic inspection, measuring and test equipment to verify machined dimensions of product.
  • Working knowledge of the use of dial bore gages, air gages, intertest gages, etc.
  • In-process inspection of parts machined.
  • Recording inspection data at the prescribed intervals per the inspection traveler or other company paperwork.
  • Filling out MOT and job routers.
  • Maintaining correct part counts on the MOT for the operations performed.
  • Tagging hardware and recording discrepancies on proper paperwork for hardware known to be discrepant.
  • Addressing all issues with lead personnel upon discovery.
  • Communicate any job related issues/questions (part feature, program, inspection, etc.) to lead personnel for resolution and or clarification.
  • Reporting all machine collisions and malfunctions to lead personnel.
  • Adhering to all company and industry safety standards and protocols.
  • Understanding of industry buy-off requirements, company specific handling & FOD requirements, product identification requirements, filling out company paperwork properly (MOT, Inspection Travelers, Job Sheets, etc.).

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual.
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