CNC Lathe Machinist

Position Summary The CNC Lathe Machinist is responsible for running the lathe to process raw materials into parts and components.   Primary Responsibilities Produces aerospace parts in a timely manner in accordance with blueprints, sketches, and work orders with minimal supervision. Inspects and measures parts with general measuring devices (including micrometers & calipers) and makes machine offset adjustments. Specializes in operating one type of machine tool, Lathe, used in making or maintaining jigs, fixtures or gages. Planning and performing difficult lathe operations which require complicated set-ups or a high degree of accuracy. Determine proper feeds, speeds, tooling and operation sequence, using a variety of precision measuring instruments. Maintains a workable supply of perishable tools required in the operation of machinery, as well as supply charts of Q1 functions Provide additional operational support to the Production team. Other duties as assigned by management.   Education and Experience High School Diploma 1-2 years’ experience in the aerospace industry preferred 10+ years’ experience operating CNC lathes Forklift certification preferred Experience reading blueprints Three years work or volunteer experience in an office environment   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) in ASME Y14.5- 2009 standard Knowledge of HAAS ST30 & Mori Lather NLX2000/500 Knowledge of general machining practices encompassing cutting tool nomenclature and uses, calculations of speeds, material composition understanding, comprehension of the basic function of fixtures and familiarity with inspecting and checking methods Ability to read and interpret blueprints Great attention to detail and communication skills Willing to work as a team Excellent communication skills Strong multitasking ability Extremely detail oriented Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills Interpersonal skills required to interact with internal personnel in Sales, Estimating, Shipping and Administration Ability read, sort, check, count and verify numbers Must be able to read and write Must be dedicated to safety     Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to operate machinery in the performance of job duties, talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to stand for the majority of the shifts, and reach with hands and arms, and required to, walk, and stoop. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus. Hand eye coordination must be used in high pressure situations along with quick reaction times.