Machine Operator

AAA Aerospace USA Inc.; Kinston (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading manufacturer in Kinston, North Carolina, as a Machine Operator, where you'll play a crucial role in producing high-quality aerostructures for the aerospace industry. In this hands-on position, you will set up and operate various machine tools, interpret blueprints, and ensure precision in every part you create. This is an exciting opportunity to work with advanced manufacturing solutions while contributing to the production of components that are vital for commercial and defense aircraft. If you have a passion for machining and a desire to be part of a dynamic team, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training is typically required.
• Technical certifications in CNC programming or aerospace manufacturing are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate machine tools to manufacture parts to exacting tolerances.
• Interpret blueprints and engineering specifications to determine machining operations.

Skills

Blueprint Interpretation

CNC Programming

Precision Measurement

Machining Tools Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical Certifications in Machine Operation

Tools

Machinist's Hand Tools

Precision Measuring Instruments

Job description

Description

AAA United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Kinston, North Carolina that is one of the world's largest manufacturers of aerostructures for commercial airplanes, defense platforms, and business/regional jets. With expertise in aluminum and advanced composite manufacturing solutions, the company’s core products include fuselages, integrated wings and wing components, pylons, and nacelles.

The Machine Operator will set up and operates a variety of machine tools to make parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.

Essential Job Functions:

• Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications
• Determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup
• Uses a variety of machinist's hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining
• Fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required. Some machines may be numerically controlled.
• May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Typically requires completion of a formal apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Technical certifications in machine operation, CNC programming, or aerospace manufacturing are preferred.
• Prior experience as a machine operator in manufacturing, preferably in the aerospace industry, is desirable.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.