VTL Machinist

Applied Aerospace & Defense • Manchester, CT

14d • Onsite

About The Position

In an assigned area or cell, the VTL Machinist must be willing to be trained to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and perform work on vertical turning lathes (VTL). The role requires performing work at a consistently high level of quality. This includes identifying non-conformances at the time of occurrence and recognizing opportunities for non-conformances, notifying management of the need for action. The position also involves actively participating in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects, such as 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set-up reduction events, aligning with the commitment to continuous improvement activities. Safety is paramount, requiring the machinist to work safely at all times and participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising concerns and helping to develop corrective actions. Additionally, the machinist must be capable and willing to assist or train other employees in this or lower classifications as needed and refer difficulties to a leader or supervisor as appropriate. Tasks not specifically listed may be assigned to support department or cell objectives and individual skill development.

Requirements

• Willingness to be trained to set up, operate, troubleshoot, and perform work on vertical turning lathes (VTL).
• Skill level that eliminates errors causing non-conforming material.
• Ability to maintain a consistent level of high-quality work.
• Ability to work safely at all times.
• Willingness to participate in safety improvement initiatives.
• Capability and willingness to assist or train other employees.
• Ability to refer difficulties to leader or supervisor.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with vertical turning lathes (VTL).
• Familiarity with Continuous Improvement methodologies (5S, TPM, kaizen events, set-up reduction).
• Understanding of tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing, and work instruction documentation.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and perform work on vertical turning lathes (VTL).
• Perform work at a consistently high level of quality.
• Identify opportunities for improvement in tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing, and work instruction documentation.
• Identify non-conformances at the time of occurrence and notify management of the need for action.
• Actively participate in Continuous Improvement projects (e.g., 5S, TPM, kaizen events, set-up reduction).
• Work safely at all times and participate in safety improvement initiatives.
• Assist or train other employees in this or lower classifications as needed.
• Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor as appropriate.
• Carry out tasks not specifically listed to support department or cell objectives and develop individual skills.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed