Grind Machinist - 2nd/3rd Shift

About the role

As a Grind Machinist within our Military Aircraft Group, you will machine some of the most challenging parts which will be used on major production programs such as F-35, MQ-25, and FLRAA. This position is eligible for a $3,500 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture complex, high-precision components used in flight-critical systems where quality, reliability, and performance are non-negotiable.
• Work from blueprints, operation sheets and/or verbal instructions.
• Grind a wide variety of complex parts having intricate recessing, interim grooving, numerous steps, tapers, unusual contours, to extremely close tolerances and/or a high degree of finish on two or more of the following type grinders: cylindrical, internal, or surface.
• Select proper wheels, speeds, feeds, and operating sequence.
• Dress wheels for form, taper, steps, straight and unusual forms.
• Perform inspection of all work performed using air gages, diatest, V-blocks, profilometers angle plates, and electronic gauging equipment.
• Participate in the planning of work within the Cell and help solve problems occurring within the Cell.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred. Otherwise, demonstrated ability to understand and apply all verbal, written and computer work instructions or training in English, and demonstrated ability to perform simple addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• At least 3 years of experience as a Grind Machinist.
• Proficiency using various measuring equipment, including but not limited to, Micrometers, Calipers, and Dial Bore Gauges.
• Competency in reading and interpreting blueprints and written work instructions.
• Ability to select grinding wheels, properly dress the wheel and run production parts according to drawing requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to hold tight tolerances, typically .001 +/- .0005, associated with the machining of precision parts (GD&T).

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass the company’s "F.A.A. Drug & Alcohol Program."

Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program.
• Relocation assistance.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan (“EAP”) and other supplemental benefit coverages.
• Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs.
• Inclusive culture rooted in our values, enhanced by Employee Resource Groups, and team-building activities.
• Additional site-specific benefits may be offered.
• 2nd and 3rd shift employees receive 10% shift differential pay.

Pay

• Buffalo, NY: $28.00–$37.00 Hourly Salary Range

Schedule

• Onsite – Buffalo, NY
• Onsite – Buffalo, NY