CNC Operator I - Evening Shift (M-Th) Aerospace & Defense Industry!

About the role

Heico operates over 80 companies organized into four core groups—Metal Processing Group, Construction Solutions Group, Applied Solutions Group, and Industrial Technologies Group—each with its own corporate team. New acquisitions are run on a stand-alone basis while benefiting from shared knowledge across groups. Heico is a privately held company with majority ownership in each operation and revenues exceeding $3.3 billion. Many businesses are certified Woman-owned Business Enterprises (WBE).

Responsibilities

• Review set-up sheet and specification to confirm the operating sequence of the machine.
• Load work pieces into the machine as instructed and unload finished parts.
• Measure work pieces for conformance to specifications and document results as required.
• Perform secondary operations using tools such as files, drill presses, and sanders as defined by the traveler.
• Ensure quality of parts before forwarding them to the next operation or process.
• Complete all required paperwork.
• Maintain cleanliness of own work area and assist with general housekeeping.
• Report unsafe conditions and machine malfunctions to the set-up person, supervisor, or manager.
• Participate in problem-solving activities and contribute to quality improvements.
• Promote a teamwork atmosphere and support team development.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of CNC experience preferred.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read measuring tools including calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and shop travelers.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
• Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to operate machine controls, tools, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and components weighing up to 40 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach as required to load, unload, and inspect parts and equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, and arms.
• Ability to visually inspect parts, interpret and read blueprints, technical drawings, work instructions, and use gauges and measuring devices.
• Ability to distinguish colors, dimensions, and surface defects when performing quality inspections.
• Ability to hear and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to safely operate equipment in a fast-paced production setting while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and other equipment as required.
• Ability to work in an environment with exposure to machine noise, metal chips, cutting fluids, lubricants, and varying temperatures.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and work scheduled shifts, including overtime as required.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment with exposure to moving mechanical equipment.
• Frequent interaction with machine tools, raw materials, and finished products.
• Compliance with all company safety policies, housekeeping requirements, and Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention practices.
• Required use of appropriate PPE and adherence to all safety procedures.