CNC Machinist - 2nd Shift

Summary

We are seeking an experienced CNC Machinist for our 2nd shift based in Brea, CA location. Operate the CNC machine in the most efficient manner possible by assuring that material, tooling, cutters, NC Programs and equipment are ready for use. Coordinate product flow with Management to support Customer demand. Work with NC Programmers to coordinate set‑ups and manufacture of product. The CNC machinist must be able to explain the respective role within the QMS and how their role contributes to quality.

The CNC machinist shall contribute to product conformity as part of their daily job function and shall contribute to product safety.

Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission‑critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission‑critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

• Maintain and realize AS 9100 procedures and continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Keep the CNC clean and general maintenance up to date.
• Keep machine fixtures clean and stored properly.
• Work with Management to prioritize machine schedule.
• Work with programmers to minimize set‑up and manufacture time.
• Order cutters and tooling as required to support manufacturing.
• Operate the CNC.
• Report to Management recommendations and/or concerns that will affect quality or time management.
• Must understand how customer products are impacted in the event of failure.
• Any other duties as required.

• Must be detail‑oriented, extremely organized, have excellent communication skills and be able to interact well with all levels of Management.
• Must have experience with Siemens 840D and Fanuc 31i–B5 Controls.
• Must have excellent blueprint interpretation skills.
• Must have thorough understanding of machine set‑ups, tooling, and cutters.
• Must have direct communication with internal customers.
• Must be trained on applicable changes & customer requirements.
• Must know the QMS basic system of reporting, record keeping and follow instructions.

• High school graduate or equivalent work experience.
• Adequate years of operating CNC equipment determined by Karman.

• Constant standing/walking/sitting for at least 8 hours.
• Occasional pushing, pulling, lifting, or carrying up to 50 lbs, minimum 35 lbs.
• Sufficient hand, arm and finger dexterity to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment.
• Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less. Corrective lenses may be worn to fulfill requirement.
• Prolonged periods of repetitive movement are required.
• Constant holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s).
• Occasional extending of arms to reach overhead, at shoulder level and below shoulder level.

• No travel is required for this position.

• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions…