PRODUCTION MACHINE TRAINEE (B SHIFT)

LISI Aerospace•Torrance, CA

About The Position

The Production Machine Trainee performs basic setups and operates production machines to meet company targets and standards. The role must be able to run at least three production machines, such as Broach, Fillet Roll, Shave A, Traub, and Groove, and maintain the expected competency level for production machines as assessed through skill evaluations. Work is performed under supervision.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED preferred.
Working experience with manufacturing-environment procedures.
One to three years of experience and/or training in aerospace fastener manufacturing or an industrial shop, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic and shop math using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, including calculations involving units, weight, volume, and distance.
Ability to comprehend detailed but straightforward written or oral instructions and solve problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic computer skills and familiarity with departmental applications, including SPC and the shop floor system.
Ability to stand for extended periods, speak or listen, and walk frequently.
Frequent eye-hand coordination, repetitive hand movement, and manual dexterity, including using hands to finger, handle, or feel.
Frequently bend, reach to shoulder level, and lift, carry, push, or pull up to 30 pounds.
Close vision, distance vision, ability to adjust focus, and hearing within the normal or average range.
Wear required personal protective equipment, such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear, in specified areas.
Comply with company and governmental safety, environmental, and hazardous-material regulations and procedures.
Demonstrate analytical ability, manufacturing and machinery-operation knowledge, teamwork, oral communication, adaptability, planning and organizing, professionalism, business acumen, and cost consciousness.

Responsibilities

Perform basic setups and operate up to three automatic machines to produce parts according to blueprints, router packages, specifications, and special instructions.
Recognize machine conditions that are out of tolerance and adjust controls or control media as needed.
Conduct basic trial runs to check machine-setting accuracy and programmed control data.
Check parts against specifications using gauges, SPC, and the shop floor system.
Recognize and address minor machine malfunctions and conduct in-process inspections; report major discrepancies to a lead or supervisor.
Determine and use appropriate feed and speed combinations.
Provide information to Manufacturing, Engineering, and other teams to document procedures and drawings.
Check tooling and rework it as needed to keep machines running.
Lay out parts for successive and continuous machining operations.
Examine products against blueprints or work instructions to verify conformance to quality standards.
Participate in and maintain LEAP and APU/GAP standards.
Participate in PSM1 meetings and report ongoing or long-term problems.
Sustain actions related to projects and workshops.
Perform recordkeeping, data entry, and housekeeping, and follow safety regulations.
Comply with applicable Federal, Local, and State government requirements, company rules and regulations, and HSE procedures.
Attend provided training and follow HSE procedures, policies, plans, reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures.
Immediately bring known or suspected nonconformance with company procedures or legal requirements to management's attention.
Seek opportunities to improve HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting results.
Follow waste-elimination initiatives related to manufacturing, including recycling and reducing or eliminating production waste.
Perform other related duties as assigned.