Machinist 1 (CNC) - 2nd Shift

About the company

Applied Composites (AC) is a leading provider of complex composite components, assemblies, engineering, and tooling to the aerospace, defense, and space system markets. Our employees are treated with respect and given the support, knowledge, and resources they need to thrive.

About the role

Operate CNC machines and use existing programming to produce tools and parts to dimensional requirements. This 2nd shift position requires overtime as necessary and involves working under indirect supervision at times.

Responsibilities

• Operate a 5-axis CNC machine
• Run CNC programs to produce tools and parts to dimensional/tolerance requirements
• Participate in brainstorming and problem-solving with Engineering and Production personnel
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment
• Recommend new technologies for continuous improvement
• Follow Standard Industrial practices for working with composites and other materials
• Other responsibilities as assigned

Requirements

• 2-3 years of relevant work experience
• Secondary Certificate/High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous CNC programming experience preferred
• Understanding of material properties and characteristics
• Working knowledge of various measuring gages: micrometers, pin gages, dial indicator, screw pitch gage, height gage, and comparator stand/gage
• Advanced computer knowledge
• Ability to perform trigonometry and geometrical math computations
• Experience in laminating Carbon Fiber, Fiberglass, Kevlar, or other composite materials preferred

Skills

• Ability to interact effectively with customers, peers, management, manufacturing personnel, and both technical and non-technical people

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Accident insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Employee assistance plan
• Retirement savings and matching
• Tuition reimbursement and other developmental opportunities

This position requires the use of information subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR (U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, Political Asylee, or Refugee).