Machinist III - Aerospace Coatings International

HEICO; Oxford (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

HEICO is seeking a machinist/operator to learn and operate a Lathe or Mill, ensuring parts meet specifications. You will use micrometers and bore gauges, read blueprints, and document process steps within the company system.

Training will cover setup, tolerance checks, and equipment maintenance, following the time-in-location priority list. Ideal candidates can read CAD drawings (SolidWorks or similar), communicate in English, and demonstrate strong problem solving.

Qualifications

• Must speak, read and write the English language.
• CAD experience relating to Solidworks and other CAD software.
• Should be able to read blueprints.
• Must have excellent problem solving skills.
• Competent in at least 70% of departmental processes.

Responsibilities

• Operate Lathe/Mill and learn proper operation.
• Use micrometers, calipers, and bore gauges to check tolerances.
• Complete machine set-ups and indicate parts to tolerance.
• Maintain assigned equipment.
• Follow the time-in-location priority list.

Skills

English language

CAD experience

SolidWorks

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

70% processes knowledge

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Overview Of The Position

Learn and understand the proper operation of the employee's machine (Lathe / Mill). Be responsible for that machine, report any problems to Management. Use and be able to read micrometers, and bore gauges. Learn and be able to indicate or "zero" parts on machines. Grind parts to the specifications called for on "Travelers". Be familiar with the company computer system, knowing how to "clock" parts to locations and document the required paperwork.

• Read and understand ACI procedures and shop work instructions.
• Check tolerances of parts using C-mics, Tri-mics, bore gauges, and calipers.
• Complete set-ups on machines, indicate parts to find position and machine to specific tolerances.
• Properly maintain all assigned equipment.
• Follow the "time in location" priority list.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Read and understand ACI procedures and shop work instructions.
• Check tolerances of parts using C-mics, Tri-mics, bore gauges, and calipers.
• Complete set-ups on machines, indicate parts to find position and machine to specific tolerances.
• Properly maintain all assigned equipment.
• Follow the "time in location" priority list.

Other Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must speak, read and write the English language
• Must have CAD experience relating to Solidworks and other CAD software
• Should be able to read blueprints
• Must have excellent problem solving skills
• Competent in at least 70% of departmental processes