Machine Mechanic

D.O.M. magazine; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Spirit AeroSystems in Wichita, Kansas, is seeking skilled machinists to set up and operate CNC and conventional equipment, inspect parts, and ensure conformance to engineering specifications. The role involves working from drawings, process specs, and quality controls to maintain fast, accurate production.

Candidates should be able to multi-task, train others, and pursue cross-training in inspection to become SIA qualified.

Qualifications

• Willing to work any shift, including 2nd shift.
• Must pass WorkKeys Assessment or provide verification of same.
• Maintain personal certifications and quality records.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and inspect parts on CNC and conventional machines.
• Work from drawings, process specifications, and quality requirements.
• Produce parts with monitoring/verification for quality at all levels.
• Move products between operations and support continuous flow in manufacturing.
• Cross-train in inspection and become SIA qualified.

Skills

CNC operation

Quality inspection

Reading drawings

Multi-tasking

Machining processes

Tools

CNC machines

Measurement tools

Job description

OverviewSpirit AeroSystems designs and builds aerostructures for both commercial and defense customers. With headquarters in Wichita, Kansas, Spirit operates sites in the U.S., U.K., France and Malaysia. The companys core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components for the worlds premier aircraft. Spirit AeroSystems focuses on affordable, innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions to support customers around the globe. Responsibilities

• Team with others to set-up, operate and inspect parts on, conventional and Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) machines and mediums to assure the timely production and delivery of quality products to the customer.
• Work from drawings, documents, process specifications, quality control requirements, and established processes or procedures.
• Perform multi-tasking and multi-machine operation where applicable.
• Produce parts or assemblies using Conventional or Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) mediums, while simultaneously ensuring product and/or process quality at all levels of the manufacturing operation through monitoring/verification methodologies.
• Concurrently perform related functions to provide complete hardware in accordance with engineering specifications including (e.g., operating multiple machines simultaneously, deburr part surface, milling, drilling, boring, honing, grinding, fastening).
• Perform routine minor machine maintenance as part of their daily work duties (e.g., replacing machine filters, changing standard lightbulbs on machines and equipment, maintaining lubrication/coolant levels, etc. as related to basic Total Preventative Maintenance duties).
• Routinely move product within the immediate manufacturing work area, including across isle, using shop assigned equipment as required, and complete transactions necessary to move product to the next operation. On an exception basis, moves product to the next operation within a building.
• Support the continuous flow of product within the manufacturing process by training and assisting employees of the same or lower classification level.
• Cross trains in inspection and becomes SIA qualified.
• Level A:
• Completely and independently setup and operate Computerized Numerical Controlled (CNC) and Conventional equipment to perform complex or precision operations in accordance with engineering requirements.
• Activities include, e.g. operating multi-axis equipment to mill, precision bore, turn, thread, grind, sculpt/contour, etc.
• Verifies dimensions of parts using both mechanical and electronic measurement tools. And relative to these inspection duties:
  • Maintain required personal certifications.
  • Perform complete inspection, including first part review, of procured or fabricated parts and assemblies.
  • Initiate and document any non-conforming condition for Material Review Board action.
  • Perform process surveillance to assure compliance with requirements.
  • Prepare and maintain quality records.

Qualifications

• All applicants must be willing and able to work any shift, including alternative work weeks. Majority of new hires will be hired on 2nd shift.
• All Candidates must pass the WorkKeys Assessment (workkeys.com) or provide verification that they have passed the WorkKeys Assessment. Delay in completing your WorkKeys Assessment will result in a delay in your start date. You may complete your assessment in advance of an interview.
  • IMPORTANT WorkKeys note: Any person scheduling their WorkKeys Assessment will be required to present two (2) forms of identification to be verified before their scheduled date for the WorkKeys assessment. Please click and review this provided link Acceptable Forms of ID and plan ahead by deciding which documents can be located or if need be, ordered.

Spirit AeroSystems is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.