Machinist

Job Description

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First shift (Mon‑Fri 5:30am‑2:00pm), Second shift (Mon‑Fri 1:30pm‑10:00pm), and Third shift (Sun‑Thu 10:00pm‑6:30am).

Machinist will work in the Machine Shop, set up and operate Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Production equipment as well as manual shop equipment (milling machines and lathes). This employee will work with minimum supervision fabricating.

• Perform all aspects of machining to include setup and operation of equipment such as 3-axis and 5-axis CNC mills, lathes, routers, lasers and manual milling machines. Program using Catia or similar.
• Read and write g‑code using CAM software as the machine controller.
• Produce quality products in a timely manner using specifications and documents in conjunction with written work.
• Maintain a demanding level of quality working on Aerospace materials such as aluminum, titanium, stainless steel and other materials.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings and written work plans, studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Use ISO compliant documentation and/or processes to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished workpiece, sequence of operations and setup.
• Use various measuring techniques to validate conformance to requirements.
• Knowledge of tooling, tool setting and offsetting, setting work offsets, and basic inspections.
• Start and observe machine operations to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust machine controls.
• Verify conformance of finished first article workpiece to specifications and conduct subsequent inspection of workpiece in accordance with the machine shop's statistical process control (SPC) inspection.
• Use hand deburr tools.
• Consult with lead person, machine shop supervisor or others to resolve machining issues.
• Adhere to all safety and security requirements.
• Effective interfacing with Engineers and Quality. Good written and verbal communication.

• Code programs for new parts that come into the shop.
• Create and correct DXF and GNH files in Enroute or Gravostyle software systems.
• Create instructions for the setups.
• Review CAD design blueprints.
• Establish sequencing of cuts for each job.
• Choose cutting tool to be used for each job.

• Read detailed plans and diagrams and inspect and measure parts prior to assembly, ensuring parts are free of defects.
• Cut, grind, or trim parts to fit.
• Follow Engineering instructions and company standards.
• Make adjustments or replace parts when necessary.
• Assist in the development of patterns or templates to simplify manufacturing processes and assure proper fit.
• Cut, file, drill and ream metal, plastic, and rubber sections.

• Other duties as assigned (15%): SAP, time charging, manage Personal Time Bank (PTB) and Vacation (VAC) time.
• Part mark bag and tag, complete work order.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Trade School Certification.

• Two to five+ years of working in a Machine/Fab Shop.
• Two to five+ years of experience in Aerospace (or related/transferrable field).

• Must be able to write code for CNC programming (create and correct DXF and GNH files) from drawings.
• Knowledge of blueprint drawing tolerance.
• Basic computer skills.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and written work.
• Effective interfacing with Engineers and Quality.
• Use of hand deburr tools.
• Aviation sheet metal work experience.

• Effective verbal and written communication.

• Intermediate computer skills including use of AutoCAD, EnRoute, Gravostyle, Word, Excel.

• Less than 10% Domestic and International travel.

• Eligible for employment in the US without current or future need for visa…