Machinist II (Manual Machining) - 2nd Shift

Build an Aviation Career You’re Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn’t just treat you like a number. You’ll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you’ll be set up for success.

Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency.

As a Machinist, you’ll perform setup, manual operations on a variety of machining equipment.

What you’ll do:

• Machine products to tight tolerances
• Reads and interprets specification manuals, blueprints, templates and layouts to determine machining operation to be performed
• Verifies dimensions of products for accuracy and conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, gauges and micrometers
• Computes dimensions and tolerances and measures and lays out work pieces
• Adjusts and sets up machine tools for use by machining tool operators
• Participates in the cross training of other technicians as needed to support production requirements
• Work independently and as a team to achieve maximum quality
• Compute and verify dimensions to ensure accuracy
• Observing all applicable safety practices 
• Carries out other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• Previous or current knowledge and experience with manual machine tools operations
• Experienced with operating lathes or mills and using measuring instruments (e.g., calipers, gauges, micrometers)
• Ability to read and interpret manuals and technical drawings
• Proficient in the use of precision measuring instruments and hand tools 
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs without assistance
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Preferred characteristics:

• VTL (Vertical Turning Lathe) experience preferred
• High degree of mechanical aptitude, accuracy and precision
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions

Benefits that make life better:

• Comprehensive Healthcare
• 401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
• Paid Time Off starting on day one
• Bonus opportunities
• Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Learning & Training opportunities