CNC Machinist Tech-2nd Shift Lathe-Aerospace

CNC Machinist Tech-2nd Shift Lathe-Aerospace

Group: Aerospace Group N. America

Division: Stratoflex Division (SPD)

Location: USA FORT WORTH TX STRATOFLEX

Job Family : Manufacturing

Job Type : Regular

Posted : Oct 2, 2026

Job ID: 69277

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Sets up and operates CNC lathes and mills. Performs programming functions that include generation of lathe programs using I.G.F. functions and editing programs. Performs development/prototype and experimental machine work on various types of machine shop equipment. Works on complex assignments requiring original design and preparation of necessary jigs, fixtures, and temporary tooling. Actively contributes to lean initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs. Routinely works independently with minimum guidance in a team environment and provides training to new/less experienced employees.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

• Runs multiple machines and adapts or improvises tooling to accomplish results where operations require expert knowledge of machining technology, operating skills, and shop techniques together with diversified experience.

• Performs complex machining operations and trouble shoots/resolves complex problems. Able to adapt equipment to meet special machining requirements. Able to set up and operate manual and/or CNC machines on a daily basis.

• Interprets customer requirements from blueprints, complex drawings, engineering specifications, quality directives, charts, tables, sketches, and verbal instructions.

• Independently analyzes, determines, and recommends changes prior to manufacturing. Interfaces with engineering to resolve drawing errors, suggest design changes, and solve product/process problems.

• Develops and defines processes in the absence of formal documentation to produce a final product with little or no direction.

• Advises and assists with tooling design and improved manufacturing methods and techniques.

• Inspects finished products for conformance to dimensional specifications utilizing precision measuring instruments such as gages, calipers, micrometers, comparators, and complex surface plate techniques. May be required to use coordinate measuring machine (CMM). Ensures equipment is calibrated in accordance with schedule.

• Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements.

• Accurately and regularly performs all statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements.

• Uses advanced shop mathematics, including trigonometry, and general knowledge of metal characteristics and other processing requirements.

Trains and mentors less experienced team members.

Secondary Responsibilities/Non Essential Functions:

• Actively contributes to lean/continuous initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement. Effectively applies lean concepts and tools in work areas.

• Provides guidance or assistance in coordinating workload priorities to make appropriate accommodations based on business demand

• Conducts training and mentors less experienced team members.

• Maintains a satisfactory high level of performance while following appropriate procedures and observing all pertinent safety rules and requirements

• Maintains appropriate knowledge and ability levels to efficiently perform all assigned work and utilizes this knowledge base to become proficient on new/unfamiliar assignments

• Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Qualifications (relevant experience, education and training):

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and seven or more years related machining experience in a high technology manufacturing environment. Able to work independently with minimum supervisory guidance in a team environment.

• Can program, run, and set up both mills and lathes

• Can setup and run all CNC support equipment.

• Able to perform EDGE CAM programming functions.

• Handles multiple tasks with changing priorities to meet customer needs.

• May require specialized certification specific to division requirements (i.e. certified operator).

• Reads, understands, and follows blueprints, complex drawings, engineering specifications, and informal written or verbal instructions.

• Proficiently makes and evaluates complex machine set ups.

• Has working knowledge of advanced shop mathematics, including trigonometry.

• Possesses comprehensive knowledge of gages, precision measuring instruments, and all necessary inspection equipment.

• Displays ability to lead and/or implement lean/continuous improvement initiatives.

• Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment on research and solution development.

• Possesses effective mentoring and training skills, and serves as a resource to other team members.

• Interprets reports and uses job specific software applications. Able to use employee self-service systems to access on-line information and use specialized automated systems (i.e. PMR, TORS, e-mail).

• Effectively demonstrates team member competencies and participates in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.

Typical Mental and Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must be able to constantly move about inside the plant to access materials and machinery. The employee is occasionally required to reposition him/herself to operate equipment or move about parts and materials. The employee occasionally lifts materials weighing more than 40 lbs. and moves or transports materials and parts weighing 26-40 lbs. around the plant. The employee constantly operates plant machinery to perform essential functions of the job. Employees in this job are frequently exposed to hazardous equipment or machinery; dust, gas and fumes; loud noises, and extreme heat.

(The essential functions have been provided as examples of types of work performed by team members assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified team members can perform the essential functions of the job. The physical and mental demands described above are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.)

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As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.

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