CNC Machinist - 1st shift (Aerospace)

PCX Aerostructures, LLC; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace & Defense in Newington, CT is seeking a CNC Machinist for the 1st shift in aerospace production. The role requires setting up, operating, and troubleshooting a range of machines, and contributing to continuous improvement.

You will work across multiple machine types, maintain high quality, and support safety initiatives. This full-time, on-site position emphasizes reliability and adaptability in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be capable & willing to set up operations that have previously been proven out independently without oversight of a leadman or CNC programmer.
• Must be capable of running a minimum of two of the following machine types: 3 and 4 axis Horizontal and Vertical Machining Centers, 5 axis machining centers, Vertical Turret Lathes, Cylindrical Grinders, Mill/Turn machines, CNC boring machines, Horizontal lathes, manual machines.
• Must be willing to perform work on machines throughout the shop, not only the machines that are within the person's core area of expertise.

Responsibilities

• Must be capable & willing to identify opportunities for improvement in tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing & work instruction documentation.
• Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work.
• Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects such as 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and setup reduction events.

Job description

Title

CNC Machinist - 1st shift (Aerospace)

About the Organization

Applied Aerospace & Defense (Applied) is a premier provider of advanced design, engineering, and vertically integrated manufacturing solutions for leading and next-generation space and defense technology companies. Applied builds complex hardware for extreme operating environments and is focused on three core markets: Space and Launch Systems, Defense Aviation and Airborne Systems, and C5ISR and Precision Strike Systems. With decades of space and defense manufacturing heritage, Applied combines deep material science and IP-enabled process expertise with the ability to enable rapid prototyping, enhance new product development, and responsively scale production. Across its nationwide infrastructure of advanced manufacturing facilities, Applied continuously supports a balanced mix of next-generation technology and platform development, large scale production programs, and aftermarket sustainment for enduring platforms.

EOE Statement

Applied Aerospace and Defense is an equal opportunity employer.

Description

FUNCTION:

Set up, operate, troubleshoot and perform work on a variety of machinery. Be flexible, willing and capable of being trained on additional machines. Perform work at a consistently high level of quality. Be reliable in consistency of work and willingness to work outside of core area of expertise.

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Must be capable & willing to set up operations that have previously been proven out independently without oversight of a leadman or CNC programmer.
• Must be capable of running a minimum of two of the following machine types: 3 and 4 axis Horizontal and Vertical Machining Centers, 5 axis machining centers, Vertical Turret Lathes, Cylindrical Grinders, Mill/Turn machines, CNC boring machines, Horizontal lathes, manual machines.
• Must be willing to perform work on machines throughout the shop, not only the machines that are within the person's core area of expertise. For example: must be willing to perform work on a Mitsubishi 4 axis machining center even when the person normally runs a Mazak 730 Variaxis.
• Must be capable & willing to identify opportunities for improvement in tooling, cutting methods, mistake proofing & work instruction documentation.
• Must possess a skill level that eliminates errors that cause nonconforming material and maintain a consistent level of high quality work. Identify non-conformances at time of occurrence. Recognize opportunities for non-conformances and notify management of need for action.
• Actively participate in various aspects of Continuous Improvement projects which may include but is not limited to 5S, TPM, kaizen events, and set-up reduction events, which is aligned with the commitment to continuous improvement activities in Article II of the collective bargaining agreement.
• Must work safely at all times. Participate in safety improvement initiatives by raising any safety concerns and helping to come up with corrective actions.
• Must be capable & willing to assist or train other employees in this or lower classifications as needed.
• Refer difficulties to leader or supervisor as appropriate
• May be assigned to carry out tasks, not specifically listed, within the scope and skill level of this job description in support of department or cell objectives and to develop individuals' skills.

Position Requirements

Shift: -not applicable-

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Location: Applied Aerospace & Defense, Newington

Category: Manufacturing

Req Number: MAN-26-00037

Position: All Around Machinist - A

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

Post Internal Days: 0

Number of Openings: 1