Machine Operator C-Grinder- 2nd Shift

Textronaviation; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Textron Aviation as a Machine Operator C-Grinder- 2nd Shift in Wichita, Kansas. You will handle grinding operations for aircraft parts in a typical machine shop environment, contributing to our legacy of aviation excellence. We offer extensive benefits from day one, including competitive pay and potential tax credits.

Benefits

Competitive total rewards package

$5,000 state tax credit eligibility

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Bronze level WorkKeys certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate various types of grinders to produce aircraft parts.
• Adjust machine setup and select proper devices for grinding.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments for quality assurance.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bronze level WorkKeys certification

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Job Summary: To grind a variety of aircraft parts. May be required to work with higher grade operators while in training.

Job Responsibilities:

• Plans and performs a sequence of operations to set up and operate internal, external, surface and centerless grinders to produce parts to close tolerances and a high degree of finish from various metals and alloys where standard operating methods are available.
• Determines sequence of machining operations as applied to machine being used, selects proper chucking device or fixture and makes necessary set up and adjustments of machine. Mounts and adjusts grinder wheel trusting device and dresses grinder wheel.
• Mounts and balances new grinder wheels when the occasion arises.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments which may include shadograph, air bore gages, air plug gages, surface analyses, dial indicator gages, vernier calipers, and micrometers.
• Responsible only for own work.
• Performs other related duties as required.
  
  

Education: Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification.

Experience: No experience required.

Working Conditions: Typical machine shop working conditions. May be dirty and exposed to cuttings.

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company

Textron Aviation

Primary Location

US-Kansas-Wichita

Job Field

Manufacturing

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Second Shift

Job Posting

05/28/2025, 12:43:38 PM

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing

• Industries

  Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing

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