Machinist I- Toolroom

Hartzell Propeller; Piqua (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401(K) plans with employer match

Growth Participation Units

Job summary

Hartzell Propeller in Piqua, Ohio, is seeking a Toolroom Machinist. This role requires experience operating Fryer lathes and TRAK mills, including programming. The ideal candidate will have 1–3 years in machining, a High School diploma or GED, and skills in problem-solving and troubleshooting. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and unique industry growth incentives. Join a culture focused on safety, integrity, and professional growth in the aviation sector.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in a machining environment required.
• Experience with multi-axis machines preferred.
• Competency in machining skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Set up, program, and operate Fryer lathes and TRAK mills.
• Run standard operating procedures on multiple axis machines.
• Communicate to co-workers on the status of cell operations.

Skills

Machining Experience

Problem Solving and Troubleshooting Skills

Programming

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Fryer lathe

TRAK mill

Job description

Toolroom Machinist Requirements

• Experience operating a Fryer lathe and TRAK mill, including on‑machine programming
• Working knowledge of manual lathes and surface grinders
• Ability to set up, program, and operate Fryer lathes and TRAK mills to produce quality production parts

Additional Machinist Job Activities

• Run Standard operating procedures on multiple axis machines
• Contact Manufacturing Services to troubleshoot process problems
• Change perishable tooling when required
• Install new tool holders
• Follow set up instructions to set up CNC machines
• Follow inspection plans to inspect parts
• Communicate to co-workers on status of cell operations
• Participate in continuous improvement activities
• Troubleshoot tooling as required
• Work holding (fixturing – chucking)

Machinist Experience

High School Diploma or GED required; 1–3 years of experience

Machinist Technical Skills

• Machining Experience
• Millturn & Multi‑Axis Machines
• Mazak experience preferred
• Competency in Machining Skills
• Tooling
• Fixturing
• Chucking
• Work holding
• Programming preferred
• Problem Solving and Troubleshooting Skills

Required Behavioral Competencies

• Adaptability – Maintains effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.
• Applied Learning – Assimilates and applies new job‑related information in a timely manner
• Contributes to Team Success – Actively participates as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
• Initiates Action – Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; is proactive
• Manages Work – Effectively manages one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
• Quality Orientation – Accomplishes tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; shows concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checks processes and tasks; is watchful over a period of time

We are a team that prides ourselves on a culture that supports shared values of empowerment, accountability, drive, integrity, and respect. Our team shares a deep commitment to safety, collaboration, and a love for all things aviation. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your well‑being and professional growth including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, 401(K) plans with employer match, company‑provided Growth Participation Units (GPU) and so much more. Our GPU benefit is unique to the industry and encourages all employees to think like owners and receive future financial reward for contributions to business growth. Join our team to be part of a culture that encourages growth and development and celebrates our success.

Hartzell Propeller has a pre‑employment and random Federal Drug & Alcohol Testing requirement and tests for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines and phencyclidine in addition to alcohol.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability/E-Verify