CNC Machinists

JOB TITLE: CNC Machinists
LOCATION:Wichita, KS
PAY RATE: $53/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (3 months with potential for extension)

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

• Shift: 2nd shift or 3rd shift.

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual) as defined under ITAR regulations?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary: 

• Team with others to set-up, operate and inspect parts on conventional and Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) machines to assure timely production and delivery of quality products.

• Produce parts or assemblies using Conventional or CNC mediums while ensuring product and process quality at all levels of the manufacturing operation.

• Perform related functions to provide complete hardware in accordance with engineering specifications including operating multiple machines simultaneously, deburring part surface, milling, drilling, boring, honing, grinding, and fastening.

• Perform routine minor machine maintenance including replacing machine filters, changing standard light bulbs, and maintaining lubrication and coolant levels.

• Completely and independently setup and operate CNC and Conventional equipment to perform complex or precision operations in accordance with engineering requirements.

• Operate multi-axis equipment to mill, precision bore, turn, thread, grind, and sculpt or contour.

• Verify dimensions of parts using both mechanical and electronic measurement tools.

• Perform complete inspection including first part review of procured or fabricated parts and assemblies.

• Initiate and document any non-conforming condition for Material Review Board action.

• Perform process surveillance to assure compliance with requirements and prepare and maintain quality records.

Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Experience with 5-axis machining is required (3-axis or 4-axis only experience is not accepted).

• Experience with 5-axis machines such as Cincinnati, Makino, Okuma, Mazak, SNK, Matsuura, Devlieg, Modig, Henri Line, Cinetic, Doosan, Hurco, Jig Bore, Toshiba, Flexi-Mill, or Torres.

• Must be a high caliber Machinist, not an operator (button pusher).

• Must be highly skilled and able to work with minimal training.

• Ability to explain the skillsets mentioned in the resume.

• Must be comfortable with any shift assigned as well as weekend and overtime work.

• Experience with setup and operation of CNC and Conventional equipment for complex or precision operations.

• Experience with multi-axis equipment to mill, precision bore, turn, thread, grind, and sculpt or contour.

• Experience verifying dimensions using mechanical and electronic measurement tools.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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