Cnc Lathe Machinist

Phoenix Defense, LLC.; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

PTO and Holidays

Tuition assistance

Job summary

PLI Manufacturing, a company of Phoenix Defense, is seeking a CNC Lathe Machinist in Gilbert, AZ. You will set up, operate, and adjust 3- and 4-axis CNC lathes, read blueprints, and follow written instructions to produce precision parts for aerospace/defense programs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of related experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. We offer a collaborative team culture, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Set up, program, and operate CNC lathes (3-4 axis) to produce parts.
• Inspect parts for conformance to specifications and adjust as needed.
• Maintain 5-S housekeeping and departmental cleanliness.
• Collaborate with team to meet production schedules.

Responsibilities

• Follow written instructions and blueprint specifications.
• Set up, operate, and adjust CNC lathes to perform standard operations.
• Use appropriate tooling and procedures for tight tolerances.
• Check parts for conformance and document results.
• Keep machines and tools clean and well-maintained.

Skills

Blueprint reading

CNC lathe operation

3-4 axis lathe

Quality control

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CNC Lathe Machines

Job description

At PLI Manufacturing, a company of Phoenix Defense, our team members have incredible opportunities to support fabrication work of critical aerospace/space products for prime initiatives and projects in the aerospace and defense industries. We look for people who are team players, collaborative and bring bold new ideas. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

With every job we fill, our focus is on providing best in class service to our customers while offering the opportunity for career growth in a rewarding and innovative work environment.

We are now hiring for a CNC Lathe Machinist.

What You Will Do

As the CNC Lathe Machinist, responsibilities will include but may not be limited to:

• Requires the ability to follow written instructions and read blueprint specifications or equivalent.
• Set up, operate, and adjusts semi-automatic or automatic numerically controlled machine tools to perform standard and repetitive sequence of operations.
• Requires knowledge of operations including drilling, boring and milling, turning, etc., employing recognized tooling and procedures and where tolerances are close, but not difficult to maintain.
• Operators may run more than one unit simultaneously.
• Must be able to check parts for conformance to specifications.
• Maintain, implement, and improve 5-S Principles.
• Perform regular department housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Sustain production standards and quality.
• Recognizes, deploys, and properly uses inserts, fixtures, and tooling
• Performs daily and regular cleaning and light machine maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as required.

About You

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ year related training or work experience.
• Knowledge of machining techniques and methods
• Familiarity with setting up and running 3 and 4 axis CNC lathes
• Ability to read & follow verbal & written work instructions in the English language.
• Requires the ability to follow written instructions and read blueprint specifications
• Able to operate and adjust semi-automatic or automatic numerically controlled machine tools to perform standard and repetitive sequence of operations where programs are provided, and setups are often made and maintained by others.
• Must be able to check parts for conformance to specifications.
• Be a team player who can perform in a fast-paced environment with sense of urgency.
• Quality oriented with a hands-on personality, "do it right the first time" personality.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, time management and follow-up skills.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications

• Ability to complete tasks within a timely manner.
• Ability to work individually and handle multitasking.
• Ability to take instructions and communicate instructions as needed.
• Manual dexterity skills required.

Benefits

• 401K
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Accrued PTO and 10 paid holidays
• Tuition assistance for professional growth