Davenport Machine Operator 1 - 1st Shift

Lisi; Walteria (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

LISI AEROSPACE is seeking a Davenport Machine Operator 1 to set up, operate and troubleshoot various secondary operation machines on the 1st shift in Torrance, CA. The role requires reading blueprints, quality awareness, and adherence to safety and production standards.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and substantial hands-on manufacturing experience, with strong analytical and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinker who can synthesize complex information and data.
• Technical skills in manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Clear communication, both written and verbal, with teammates and supervisors.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and support others.
• Adaptability to changing production needs and priorities.
• Professional behavior and adherence to safety and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Sets up, operates and troubleshoots machines in the secondary operations area.
• Cycles machines to adjust settings for tooling and fixtures.
• Assist operators in achieving quality and productivity targets.
• Perform SPC assessments and adjust machine settings to meet requirements.
• Read blueprints and part specifications to ensure correct processing.
• Maintain records, data entry and housekeeping while following safety regulations.

Skills

Analytical

Technical Skills

Oral and Written Communication

Team Work

Adaptability

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Shop Floor System

SPC

Job description

Davenport Machine Operator 1 - 1st Shift

2600 Skypark Dr, Torrance, CA 90505, USA

Job Description

LISI AEROSPACE is ranked 60th in the global aerospace value chain and specializes in the design and manufacture of high-tech metal components to enhance aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market (no. 3 worldwide), LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011. With its dedication to industrial excellence, LISI AEROSPACE aims to become a leader in costs, quality, deadlines and workplace safety. This mindset is represented at every level of our company and by all of our team members. At LISI AEROSPACE, we focus above all on advancement and flexibility. Every employee is empowered and has the latitude they need to carry out their assignments and develop their skills. We provide this mobility and training through our Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI). As a result, our company is growing fast and always welcoming new talents.

SUMMARY

Sets-up, operates, and troubleshoots various machines within the secondary operations area with limited assistance and supervision in accordance with established shop practices and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following:

• Independently sets-up, operates and troubleshoots various machines within the secondary operations area including presses, trim machines, automatic tapping machines, sorting machines and semi-automatic machines including roll ID, hand oval lock , assembly and sorting.
• Cycles machines to make adjustments or changes settings to verify clearance of tooling and or fixtures for production cycles.
• Assist operators with specific machine operation and techniques to insure that quality and productivity requirements can be achieved.
• Performs Statistical Process Control (SPC) assessments to assist operators in performing and reacting to the SPC data that is collected. Assist in changing machine settings or tooling to insure requirements are met.
• Monitor machining functions with ability to recognize and detect defects in the machinery, measuring equipment or instruments. Communicates issues with machine failures or problems with measuring equipment or instruments to Supervisor.
• Read manufacturing outlines, blueprint, op drawing or part specifications for product specs such as dimensioning, tolerance, number of pieces to process, instruction for tooling or tooling type used to insure parts are processed correctly for specific operations within the area.
• Performs record keeping, data entry, and housekeeping and follows safety regulations.
• Communicates with employees and Supervisor issues that may occur during the course of the shift.
• Assist in the technical coaching of trainees &/or operators.
• Listen and properly respond to concerns that employees have in regards to the duties they are asked to perform on a daily basis.
• All employees are responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local or State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.
• All employees are responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times.
• All employees are required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Ways of working, Experience, and Behaviors

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; understands the work flow and procedures
• Technical Skills - Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly and production equipment.
• Oral and Written Communication - Communicates clearly in either positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provide clear and professional responses to inquiries regardless of the situation or person.
• Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; Gives and welcomes feedback and contributes to building a Team approach. Places success of Team above own interests. Supports Team member’s efforts to succeed.
• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; Treats others in the area with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions and follows through on commitments.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities. However, may assist the supervisor by providing verbal feedback on employee performance as needed and assist in the technical coaching of trainees &/or operators. Assists supervision in delegation of work.

Essential Job Requirements, Skills, and Abilities

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Working experience in a high volume manufacturing environment
• Knowledge and understanding of machining concepts or techniques
• Working knowledge of quality and SPC concepts and data collection
• Minimum of 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of technical education and experience
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints, manufacturing outlines, operational drawings, or work instructions.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts and calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and standard units of measurements.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of SPC, and departmental applications (Shop Floor System)

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Certificates, licenses, registrations

• N/A

Physical Demands, Work Environment, Health, and Safety

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time and walk; requires eye-hand coordination, use hands hand movement and manual dexterity use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, listen and speak. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up bend, reach to shoulder level and lift, carrying, pushing and/or pulling to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), and ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus). Specific hearing levels within normal/average range.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Safety and Environmental

The responsibilities of the position include compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental and hazardous materials regulations and procedures. Employee will be required to wear personal safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear PPE in specified areas.

• Participate in the development and promotion of the HSE culture
• Be exemplary in terms of health, safety and the environment, in particular by:
  • Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety and the environment (in particular the LISI golden rules)
  • Immediately correcting, whenever possible, or reporting to his or her superiors and/or the HSE department, any malfunction or risky situation in the fields of health, safety and environmental protection
  • Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks
• Participate, upon request, in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to his/her professional scope
• Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work
• Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives
• To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact

LISI is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

2600 Skypark Dr, Torrance, CA 90505, USA