Machinist Sr - 2nd Shift - Military Flight Controls Division

Position Summary

Operates various conventional and/or numerically controlled machining centers on semi‑complex jobs. Works from blueprints, sketches, planning sheets, verbal instructions, and/or engineering, tooling, or equipment information. Contributes to lean initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs. Works with limited guidance in a team environment.

• Sets up and runs multiple production machines; performs machining operations such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, and reaming. Makes necessary machine adjustments and reports improper machine functioning or cutting action for correction.
• Aligns and fastens work using standard fixtures and established methods.
• Installs and adjusts cutting tools consistent with the type and size of material being machined.
• Follows established manufacturing methods using standard production machines, materials, and tooling.
• Adjusts feeds, speeds, and depth of cut to machine quality parts, per documentation.
• Operates hand and power tools to deburr precision and complex machine parts in accordance with semi‑complicated engineering blueprints and route sheets to close tolerances.
• Inspects parts for conformance to specifications using measuring instruments such as gages, calipers, micrometers, and comparators; uses magnification equipment (including a microscope) to detect and avoid damage; visually inspects parts for burrs or damaged machined surfaces.
• Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements.
• Accurately and regularly performs statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements.
• Actively implements lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement; applies lean concepts and tools in the work area.
• Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
• Performs other related responsibilities as requested.

• Three years related machining experience; able to work with limited guidance in a team environment.
• Ability to make machine set‑ups.
• Reads and follows blueprints, specifications, and verbal instructions.
• Working knowledge of machine shop mathematics, may include trigonometry.
• Ability to effectively apply lean initiatives.
• Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment.
• Interprets reports and uses job‑specific software applications; uses employee self‑service systems to access online information and specialized automated systems (e.g., PMR, TORS, e‑mail).
• Effectively demonstrates team member competencies and participates in goal setting, performance feedback, and self‑development activities.

Requires walking, standing, and sitting for extended periods; demonstrates manual dexterity; uses hands to operate machinery. Requires close vision and regular attendance. May require lifting up to 50 lbs.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $26.65/hr to $40.25/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company‑provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a  membership and financial planning assistance provided at no cost.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company‑Paid Holidays.

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Employment decisions are based on job‑related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. U.S. citizenship, permanent residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions in accordance with U.S. import & export regulations.
(Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor)

Drug‑free workplace. All applicants seeking employment will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.