Lathe Operator

CNC Lathe Operator

NIGHT SHIFT (20% Pay differential)

Aerospace & Defense Manufacturing

Location: 3617 E La Salle St, Phoenix, AZ 85040 (40th St and Southern)

Shift: Night Shift

REQUIRED: Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship or Valid Permanent Resident status is required.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Setup & operate to produce high precision aerospace components on ferrous and non-ferrous materials
• Daily machine maintenance (checking fluid levels, cleaning out chips, etc.)
• Maintaining a clean and organized work space
• Tool management, entering in offsets to compensate for tool wear etc. Replacement of worn and damaged tools (inserts, boring bars. Etc.)
• Adhering to all company and industry safety standards and protocols. Understanding of industry buy-off requirements, company specific handling & FOD requirements, product identification requirements, filling out company paperwork properly (MOT, Inspection Travelers, Job Sheets, etc.)
• Maintaining correct part counts on the MOT for the operations performed
• Ability to hold tolerances of .0002” - .0005” while maintaining a high level of productivity
• Able to work independently and stay on task – operate 2 machines regularly
• Ability to problem solve and communicate process improvement suggestions with management
• Communicate any job-related issues/questions (part feature, program, inspection, etc.) to lead personnel for resolution and or clarification
• Reporting all machine collisions and malfunctions to lead personnel

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Familiarity with Mazak machines a plus
• Proficient with standard types of measuring inspection equipment to verify machined dimensions or product – Indicating Micrometers, Bore Gages, Sunnen Gage, & Test Indicators
• Read and interpret of B/P’s including assemblies, dimensions, tolerances, symbols, notes, abbreviations, GD&T (geometric dimensioning and tolerancing), and any other standard nomenclature per customer, government, or industry standards and following directions
• Ability to read and interrupt G & M machine codes and program understanding is a plus
• Experience holding tolerances of .0002” - .0005” and surface finish requirements of 16 is a plus
• Strong attention to detail, quality-focused, and willing to learn
• General knowledge of standard shop practices and equipment

Basic Qualifications:

• High School or GED
• 5+ years’ experience preferred but not required
• Ability to use computer software, company ERP system, clocking in and out of jobs, etc.
• Familiarity with Mazak machines a plus
• Familiarity with live tooling a plus
• Must be able to stand for the majority of the work shift

Team oriented company with top paying wages and benefits in the valley in regards to the Aerospace Industry. To qualify for consideration, all candidates must be able to work 40+ hours per week in a fast paced, high-demand, quality environment. All candidates must also have sufficient verbal and written communication skills as well as good problem solving skills.

CMI Group is equal opportunity employer providing competitive wages and benefits. Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance available. 401(k) with company match

CMI Group is a federal subcontractor and maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-493. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening.

This is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant due to age, race, disability, veteran status, religion, sexual orientation, gender or any other protected classification. VEVRAA federal subcontractor. This company provides provide equal employment opportunities to applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, or disabilities in compliance with federal and state laws including:

• The Civil Rights Act of 1964 as Amended
• Age Discrimination Act of 1967 as Amended
• Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Act of 1974
• Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2009 (ADAAA)
• The Wagner-Peyser Act as Amended.
• The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act
• Fair Credit Reporting Act, 15 U.S.C. 1681 et seq