NC Operator

About the role

Operates conventional, special purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers (3 Axis) to mill shapes or patterns into the material on aerospace/aircraft parts.

Responsibilities

• Set up machines of 3 and 5 axis and fixtures to machine production parts with in standard time.
• Sets up all tools.
• Verifies part conformity using precision measuring equipment as required.
• Performs related bench work.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications.
• Reads/follows shop order/planning instructions, maintains material traceability and performs written entries into shop orders as required.
• Reads/drills/routing operations set up to carry out the specified operation.
• Determines tools required to perform a variety of close tolerance drilling, tapping and milling operations.
• Pulls required fixtures, holding devices and materials.
• Inserts tools in tool holders and installs per-set tools in machine.
• Adjusts tool travel distances, may make program adjustments as required.
• Inputs required program instructions.
• Makes program adjustments as required.
• Makes program adjustments as needed to support production.
• Makes program adjustments as needed to support production.
• Makes program adjustments as needed to support production.
• Makes program adjustments as needed to support production.
• Monitors machine operations.
• Inspects machined parts to ensure job specifications are maintained.
• Stocks inventory and puts tools away in proper place.
• Ensures machinery and area is kept clean and maintained.
• May operate multiple machines.

Requirements

• Previous CNC machine operation experience required.
• Previous Fanuc and Siemens control experience helpful.
• Has proficiency in basic shop math skills and understands machining practices in a variety of materials.
• Able to read shop blueprints.
• Able to carry out instructions from written, verbal or diagram form.
• Able to use measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers.
• Strong mechanical aptitude desired.
• High school diploma or general degree (GED) education or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in CNC Machining use of Fanuc and Siemens controls helpful.
• Math Skills – Must know shop math i.e. trigonometry, decimals, fractions.
• Basic Computer Skills – able to learn new screens, spreadsheet, reports, functions and simple software programs with assistance.

Qualifications

• Base Compensation: USD 20.00 - 25.00 Paid Hourly.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Veterans/Disabled.