Machine Shop Technician - DTN

Metro Aviation; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family Health and Prescription Ins.

Family Dental Insurance

Family Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Metro Aviation, Inc. in Shreveport, LA, is seeking a Machine Shop Technician to join the PMA Production Shop. You will assist and perform tasks under the Machine Shop Manager and Production Program Manager to produce parts.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, CNC or manual machining experience, and the ability to read engineering drawings and maintain accurate records. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates degree OR completion of related apprenticeship preferred.
• At least one year of related experience required.
• On-the-job training may substitute for education.
• Manual machining or CNC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Cutting raw stock.
• Loading raw material and setting up fixtures in machines.
• Load CNC programs into machines.
• De-bur parts.
• Manufacture fixtures as required.
• Produce required quantity within specifications and tolerances.
• Measure finished parts with precision tools and ensure compliance.
• Maintain logs and records of units produced.
• Inspect equipment prior to use and ensure proper setup.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Engineering drawings

Machining knowledge

Analytical skills

OSHA/compliance

MS Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree or apprenticeship preferred

Tools

CNC machines

Manual machines

Job description

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking an Machine Shop Technicianto join thePMA Production ShopatMetro Aviation, Inc. HeadquartersinShreveport, Louisiana.

Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that:

• Our customers can safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
• Our employees can exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
• The Company can ensure its financial stability.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture. We invest in the well-being of our employees. The followingFREEbenefits are offered to all full-time employees: Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Job Objective

The Machine Shop Technician assists and performs assigned tasks by the Machine Shop Manager and Production Program Manager.

Essential Functions

• Cutting raw stock
• Loading raw material and setting up fixtures in machines
• Load CNC programs into machines
• De-bur parts
• Manufacture fixtures as required
• Produce the required quantity of parts within established specifications and tolerances
• Measure finished parts with precision tools, ensuring compliance with function, quality, and cosmetic specifications
• Maintain logs and records of units produced including a record of errors resulting in rejected or discarded pieces
• Inspect equipment prior to use to ensure proper setup and alignment; performs basic and routine adjustments and maintenance
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work area
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA)

• Ability to follow directions and work well in a team
• Ability to interpret and translate engineering designs and documentation
• Thorough understanding of or the ability to quickly learn production equipment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understanding of and the ability to abide by applicable OSHA and environmental regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associates degree OR completion of related apprenticeship program preferred
• At least one year of related experience required
• Completion of on-the-job training may be substituted for educational requirements
• Manual machine or CNC experience preferred

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced

Work Environment

• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions that entail frequent bending and stooping.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines, and inspect parts produced

Work Status, Schedule, & Travel

• Full-time
• Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week
• Overtime dependent on work
• No travel required

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Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly.

Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.