Aerospace CNC Lathe Machinist: Precision & Setup

Kinetic Engine Systems; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinetic Engine Systems seeks a skilled CNC Machinist – Lathe in Westfield, MA. The role entails setting up and running parts, inspecting with precision tools, and adjusting processes to ensure quality under AS9100/ISO9001 standards.

Candidates should have 3+ years on CNC lathes, aerospace experience, and the ability to read blueprints, enter offsets, and troubleshoot machines. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• A high School Diploma or Equivalent. Tech School preferred.
• 3+ yrs Experience operating a CNC Lathe Machine.
• Experience in the Aerospace industry.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to use inspection tools such as micrometers, calipers, indicators.
• Ability to set tools and enter offsets into Machine Control.
• Ability to read and interpret basic blueprints.
• Ability to communicate both written and verbal.
• Ability to follow set up instructions, set up, and operate machine controls.
• Ability to Troubleshoot machines.
• Ability to follow set up instructions including setting up boring jaws, mounting face plates with fixturing.
• Skilled in performing precision work on parts that present complex configurations and close tolerance.
• Ability to work overtime, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Follow Safety culture and wear PPE when required.
• Operate a CNC Lathe Machine.
• Perform precision work on parts with close tolerance between interrelated surfaces.
• Follows Ops sheets and written or verbal instructions for product specifications.
• Operate within AS9100/ISO9001 requirements to include proper documentation.
• Observes overall operation and performs regular daily maintenance on equipment and work area.
• Verify and visually inspected your work and dimensions per operations sheet to specification.
• Fill out production paperwork and inspection procedures as required.
• Maintain specifications by trouble shooting processes; adjusting controls; replacing worn tools, observing tooling; taking measurements; detecting malfunction.
• Maintain a clean organized work area.

Skills

CNC Lathe

Blueprint Reading

Inspection Tools

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tech School Preferred

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Indicators

Machine Offsets

Job description

Kinetic Engine Systems seeks a skilled CNC Machinist – Lathe in Westfield, MA. The role entails setting up and running parts, inspecting with precision tools, and adjusting processes to ensure quality under AS9100/ISO9001 standards.

Candidates should have 3+ years on CNC lathes, aerospace experience, and the ability to read blueprints, enter offsets, and troubleshoot machines. Overtime and weekend work may be required.