Robot Machine Operator

JOB TITLE:
Robot Machine Operator
LOCATION:
Tulsa, OK
PAY RATE: $34/hour

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

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Shift: 2nd Shift (Must be flexible to work any shift as needed)

• 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.

• 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?

• Interpret and work from engineering requirements, work orders, blueprints, charts, sketches, work instructions, and technical documentation to manufacture high-quality parts and assemblies.

• Fabricate assemblies using Computer Numerical Control (CNC) equipment, while ensuring product and process quality throughout manufacturing operations.

• Determine and adjust machine feeds, speeds, and work alignment using shop mathematics, charts, graphs, and precision measuring tools.

• Perform machine proofing for new and revised part programs.

• Adjust tooling setups and make minor machine adjustments to ensure safe and efficient machine operation.

• Adapt tooling and holding fixtures to properly orient machine tool cutters and machining fixtures.

• Perform drilling, countersinking, sealing, and fastener installation using manual and CNC equipment.

• Verify dimensions and tolerances using precision measurement tools, including height gauges, gauge blocks, micrometers, calipers, protractors, and dial indicators.

• Utilize tooling to assemble components into subassemblies and final assemblies.

• Verify completed work meets engineering specifications, process requirements, and work instructions.

• Identify and report discrepancies according to established procedures.

• Ensure equipment and tooling certifications are maintained per process requirements.

• Assist in training team members on assembly and installation techniques.

• 5+ years of relevant manufacturing or machining experience.

• Experience in a manufacturing/production environment.

• Background in aerospace or aviation manufacturing.

• Experience with manual and CNC machining.

• Knowledge of basic machining principles, including CNC and conventional machining, with G-codes and M-codes.

• Ability to use a dial indicator to indicate a hole or tooling ball.

• Strong understanding of shop math and basic mathematical calculations.

• Experience working with precision measuring instruments and inspection equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documentation.

• Must be willing and able to work any shift, as needed.

• Must successfully pass a skills demonstration assessment.

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

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.

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.