This position builds the operator’s skills and knowledge to efficiently perform and maintain the manufacturing processes vertical and horizontal multi-axis turning machines to produce precision aerospace components.
Responsibilities:
Perform set up and operate vertical and horizontal multi-axis turning machinery as required with supervision.
Use manual inspection equipment as required, e.g. height stands, micrometers, indicators, dial bores, verniers, etc.
Work with aerospace materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, magnesium, titanium, and nickel alloys.
Read/interpret operation sheets and work instructions.
Adhere to established policies and company procedures and standard work.
Participate in process improvement initiatives utilizing lean manufacturing tools and techniques.
Document and communicate manufacturing performance issues to maintain continuity between shifts and decrease machine downtime.
Maintain work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
Follow all safety policies, rules and regulations.
Other duties as assigned by Leads, Supervisors and/or Managers.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand or sit for extended period of time on a concrete manufacturing floor.
Fine motor skills with frequent hand and arm movement.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Moderate twisting and bending.
Moderate climbing on step stools or platforms.
Unusual Environmental Conditions:
Loud machining environment; exposure to aerospace metals, lubricants and chemicals.
Required Personal Protective Equipment:
Safety glasses/shields, appropriate manufacturing closed toed footwear, gloves, hearing protection may be required or other protective equipment as needed.
Qualifications:
US Citizen
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Technical school graduate in machining or two years of CNC experience.
Aerospace experience preferred.
Basic understanding of math or industrial mathematics.
Good written and verbal skills.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to read technical drawings.
Ability to set, use or setup various measuring devices.