Heavy Machinery Operator - Balance & Grinding (Engine Module Assembly)

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD insurance effective immediately

401k with employer matching

Paid vacation and PTO

Annual Tuition Reimbursement

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Job summary

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth is seeking a Heavy Machinery Operator for Balance & Grinding to operate precision machinery supporting aircraft engine module assembly processes. The ideal candidate will ensure components meet strict quality and safety requirements while adhering to technical data and standards.

Successful applicants will have technical training or comparable experience, demonstrated ability in operating precision equipment, and a commitment to quality and safety. Join us to advance your career!

Qualifications

• Experience operating balance machines or grinding machines.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals and work instructions.
• Strong attention to detail with a quality mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate balance and grinding machines for engine module assembly.
• Interpret technical documentation to execute assigned tasks.
• Document completed work and ensure compliance with specifications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality mindset

Safety commitment

Teamwork

Education

Technical education or equivalent hands-on experience in machining

Tools

Precision measuring equipment

ERP or digital production documentation systems

Job description

The Heavy Machinery Operator – Balance & Grinding is responsible for operating precision balance machines, grinding equipment, and related heavy machinery in support of aircraft engine module assembly processes. The role ensures components and modules meet dimensional, balance, and quality requirements in accordance with approved technical data, OEM standards, and internal procedures. This position requires a strong focus on precision, safety, process discipline, and quality compliance within a regulated aerospace MRO environment.

Heavy Machinery Operator – Balance & Grinding (Engine Module Assembly)

Your tasks

• Operate balance machines, grinding machines, and associated tooling to support engine module assembly processes in accordance with approved work instructions and manuals.
• Set up, adjust, and monitor machines to achieve required balance, surface finish, and dimensional tolerances.
• Interpret technical documentation, work plans, drawings, and balance/grinding specifications to execute assigned tasks correctly.
• Perform in‑process checks using precision measuring equipment (e.g., micrometers, calipers, dial indicators) to verify compliance with specifications.
• Document completed work, measurements, and results accurately to ensure full traceability and compliance with quality requirements.
• Identify, report, and elevate deviations, out‑of‑tolerance conditions, or equipment abnormalities to supervision, Quality, or Engineering as required.
• Ensure proper handling, protection, and storage of engine modules and components to prevent damage or contamination.
• Conduct routine machine care, basic troubleshooting, and housekeeping activities in accordance with 6S and EHS standards.
• Comply with all FAA regulations, Repair Station Quality Manual requirements, OEM standards, and MTU internal procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to process stability, quality, safety, and efficiency within the module assembly area.

Your profile

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Technical education, apprenticeship, or equivalent hands‑on experience in machining, industrial manufacturing, or mechanical assembly.
• Experience operating balance machines, grinding machines, or similar precision industrial equipment (aerospace or comparable regulated industry preferred).
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals, work instructions, and engineering documentation. Proficiency in the use of precision measuring and inspection equipment.
• Strong attention to detail, quality mindset, and commitment to safety.
• Ability to work in a team‑based, production‑driven environment and follow standardized processes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aircraft engine module assembly or aerospace MRO environments.
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA, or OEM aerospace quality standards.
• Experience with ERP or digital production documentation systems (e.g., SAP).
• Prior exposure to balancing processes for rotating components or modules.

Shift Availability

Must be available for any shift:

Training – M‑F, 7am‑3:30pm

1st Shift – M‑F, 6am‑2:30pm

2nd Shift – M‑F, 2pm‑10:30pm

We offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD insurance are effective immediately
• Medical Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employer‑paid LTD and Life / AD&D insurance
• 401k with employer matching up to 2% with an additional discretionary contribution to 1% provided from the employer
• Paid 2 weeks of Vacation, paid 10 days of PTO & Holidays
• Annual Tuition Reimbursement
• Monthly $30 Gym Membership Reimbursement

Your Future at MTU Starts Here!

Ready to give your career a boost? Send us your complete application by listing your earliest possible start date. We look forward to getting to know you.

MTU Maintenance Fort Worth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class.

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