CNC Machinist II (Multiple Shifts)

Verus Aerospace; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Verus Aerospace seeks an experienced CNC Machinist II to operate and optimize CNC milling cells for aerospace components built from aluminum and titanium. You will set up fixtures, read blueprints, measure parts with precision tools, and troubleshoot issues to ensure parts meet engineering specs.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in CNC milling, familiarity with Fanuc and Siemens controls, and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and clean, organized work areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible CNC milling experience; aerospace preferred.
• Must read and interpret blueprints/drawings with basic math and geometry knowledge.
• Ability to follow work orders and setup instructions precisely.
• Experience operating Fanuc and Siemens CNC controls.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce aerospace parts, primarily aluminum and titanium.
• Setup machines with fixtures and tooling for new part numbers with minimal supervision.
• Take precise measurements using gauges, calipers, indicators, and micrometers.
• Troubleshoot setup and in-process machining issues; adjust controls when needed.
• Maintain clean work area and perform routine machine maintenance.

Skills

CNC Machining

Attention to detail

Quality focus

Communication

Troubleshooting

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited technical college certification (a plus)

Tools

Fanuc controls

Siemens controls

Precision measuring tools

Job description

The CNC Machinist II will operate industrial devices that generate manufactured parts. Essential skills are technical knowledge, setting up, and operating a CNC machine. While maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines to produce complex aerospace manufactured parts primarily out of aluminum and titanium
• Run CNC machines independently with minimal additional assistance [<15% of the time]
• Setup machines with fixtures and required tooling to produce a new part number [with minimal supervision required (<15% of the time)]
• Take measurements to adequately ensure the set-up is accurate, using precision measuring tools such as; gauges, calipers, indicators and micrometers. [with minimal supervision required (<15% of the time)]
• Tear down existing machine set-up and tooling. Returning all items to their proper location
• Aptitude to run multi spindle machines
• Clean and prepare machine for next set-up.
• Diligently observe the machining operations to ensure part meets the engineering requirements; using precision measurement tools to take accurate measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting controls; replacing worn tools; while adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes
• Consistently produces a part within the standard run times
• Perform basic troubleshooting of set-up issues
• Perform basic troubleshooting of in-process machining issues
• Perform basic machine maintenance activities such as; check coolant fluid levels, add coolant, empty chip bins, etc.
• Clean work area a minimum of once per shift
• Assist CNC Machinist I as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification from an accredited technical college a plus
• Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible CNC milling experience, aerospace industry is preferred
• Communicate effectively with all levels of supervision (Leads, Supervisors, Managers, Site Executives)
• Possess basic math and geometry knowledge
• Elementary knowledge of engineering principals helpful
• Basic knowledge of how to read and interpret blue prints/drawings
• Basic knowledge of how to use precision measuring tools (i.e.: gauges, calipers, indicators, micrometers, etc)
• Must be able to follow work order instructions, setup book instructions and verbal instructions
• Must have recent experience with Fanuc and Siemens CNC controls