Machinist II - Match Fit (MACHI006862)

Sargent Aerospace & Defense Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

401k Savings

Tuition Reimbursement

HSA/FSA

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

½ day Fridays

Job summary

Sargent Aerospace & Defense Inc. seeks a skilled machinist to support precision grinding operations, inspection, and process improvements. The role emphasizes safety, adherence to quality standards, and accurate first-piece and in-process inspections in a team environment.

You will set up NC/CNC grinders, read technical drawings, and use gages and micrometers to ensure parts meet tight specs while maintaining efficiency and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years machine shop experience.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical drawings and work instructions.
• Knowledge of manual, NC and CNC grind setup and processing.
• Must be able to set up proven jobs.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and multi-tasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Make safety the foundation of daily work through vigilance and accountability.
• Model safe behaviors at all times.
• Follow quality control standards to include in-process inspection and documentation.
• Set up and operate grinding equipment (ID, OD, contour) and relevant gauges.
• Produce and inspect parts; deburr precision components to spec.
• Inspect first pieces and in-process parts; record results.
• Provide guidance to others on process practices and issues.
• Lap and fit precision components to required tolerances; correct taper/barrel issues.

Skills

Machine shop experience

Blueprint reading

Precision measurement

Quality control

NC/CNC grinding setup

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Federal and Standard air gages

Sunnen gages

Micrometers

Job description

Join the Sargent Legacy in Securing Our Future

Sign -On Bonus

Purpose and Scope

This position supports operational excellence in the machining processes to drive productivity, quality and continuous improvement. This role will be expected to collaborate with the Sargent team to exceed organizational goals.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Ensure safety is the foundation of daily work through vigilance and accountability.
• Model Safe behaviors at all times
• Follow company quality control standards to include in process inspection and documentation.
• Knowledge of safety standards for equipment being run.
• Must be able to make decisions, communicate effectively and work well with others in a team environment.
• Monitor operations and quickly react to non-conforming as they occur.
• Produce and inspect parts.
• Deburr precision component to proper specifications.
• Perform and record first piece inspection and in process inspection.
• Provide direction and assist others with process practices and issues.
• Lap inside diameters of various precision parts to achieve required size, straightness, roundness and finish.
• Lap fit assemblies with precise diametrical clearances.
• Ability to correct such conditions as taper, bellmouth, and “barrel” in through and blind holes.
• Setup and grind precision ID, OD and contour using manual and CNC grinders.
• Thoroughly clean parts of all honing oil and lapping compound.
• Set-up and operate Federal and Standard air gages, Sunnen gages and micrometers.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ machine shop experience.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Application of machine shop theory and procedures, shop mathematics (algebra, geometry and trigonometry).
• Ability to efficiently utilize precision measuring equipment for part inspection.
• Ability to read, interpret and understand technical drawings and work instructions.
• Knowledge of manual, NC and CNC grind setup and processing.
• Must be able to set up proven jobs.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and multi-tasking abilities
• Must be a U.S. Citizen

RBC Bearings Incorporated(NYSE: RBC/RBCP) is a leading international manufacturer of highly engineered precision bearings, components, and essential systems for the industrial, defense and aerospace industries. Founded in 1919, the Company is primarily focused on producing highly technical and/or regulated bearing products and components requiring sophisticated design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities for the diversified industrial, aerospace and defense markets. RBC currently has 56 facilities, of which 37 are manufacturing facilities in ten countries and the market capitalization is approximately $6.2 billion.

In 2015, RBC acquired Sargent Aerospace and Defense.

Founded in 1920, Sargent Aerospace & Defense leverages 100 years of expertise as a premier global supplier of precision engineered customized components that directly contributes to the safe operation of countless commercial and military aircraft, rotorcraft, submarines, and land-based vehicles.

At Sargent, our mission is to secure our future by making the challenging a reality. We achieve this by delivering high quality products and services that meet customer requirements and exceed customer expectations through employee development, customer focus and continual improvement.

Sargent’s continuing investment in people, assets, technology, and process quality ensures excellence and is integral to the company’s commitment to customers and their end-users. As we grow, we will continue to root our culture through our core values of Integrity, Respects & Values People, Customer Focus, Teamwork, Results Focus and Continual Improvement.

Company Benefits Include:

• Competitive Compensation
• Holidays/Vacation/Sick Time
• 401k Savings & Investment Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• HSA/FSA
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Accident/Hospital/Critical Care Plans
• Pet Insurance
• Gym & Rideshare Incentives
• Legal Insurance/Identity Theft
• ½ day Fridays

Dedication to our core values. Our must haves

• Integrity - We do the right thing the right way. Our ideal candidate is ethical, honest in all interactions, delivers good news and bad, and follows through on commitments. Key Skills & Abilities is fair, credible, confidential, fiscally responsible, and accountable for decisions and actions.
• Respects and Values People - We encourage and bring out the potential of others. Our ideal candidate embraces diversity, recognizes, and supports the accomplishments, talents, and development of others. Key Skills & Abilities is committed to the building of strong relationships and creates an environment of trust and mutual respect.
• Customer Focus - We act with excellence in each and every interaction. Our ideal candidate builds strong internal/external customer relationships and goes above and beyond to deliver high quality products and services on time, every time. Key Skills & Abilities is responsive with strong customer service skills, product, and job knowledge to provide excellent customer satisfaction.
• Teamwork - We are better together. Our ideal candidate is inclusive, engaged and collaborative, sharing information, ideas, and experiences to accomplish goals, improve decision making and leverage capabilities. Key Skills & Abilities is a dependable team player, demonstrated through attendance and punctuality, works well with others, and has strong communication skills (both oral & written) to keep all stakeholders informed.
• Results Focus - We focus on the outcome, not the obstacle. Our ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic with a results/performance driven track record in a fast paced, changing, and challenging environment. Key Skills & Abilities is adaptable, works with a sense of urgency and high level of initiative and demonstrates a commitment to quality with attention to detail.
• Continual Improvement - We encourage and drive innovation. Our ideal candidate must be naturally curious, passionate, and never satisfied with the status quo. Key Skills & Abilities is innovative and has a problem-solving mindset that provides and implements CI ideas.

Education

Required

High School or better.

Qualifications

EEO/AA/VET

Equal Opportunity Employer
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