Machinist Operator

Cirrus Aircraft; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Employer-Paid Coverages

Flexible Spending Accounts

Well-being programs

401(k) Plan

PTO

Paid holidays and parental leave

Career Development

Exclusive discounts

Community & Engagement

Job summary

Cirrus Aircraft is seeking a Machinist Operator to set up and operate CNC mills and lathes, loading materials and adjusting tools to meet drawing requirements. You will inspect parts against drawings, document deviations, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Responsibilities include deburring with hand/power tools, monitoring fluids, and recording manufacturing data. Strong attention to detail and reliable attendance are essential in this role.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2-year Machinist vocational program or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications.
• Ability to safely operate machine shop equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and time-management abilities.
• Regular attendance and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines (mills, lathes, etc.) to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate production
• Load material during operation and change or adjust cutting tools and offsets when required
• Deburr product to drawing requirements using hand and power tools with high precision
• Check and fill machine fluid levels, manage chips, and monitor equipment for maintenance requirements
• Read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to guide activities and ensure quality
• Understand inspections of work completed, perform inspections and document deviations from engineering drawing
• Follow verbal, written, and electronic work instruction to complete tasks
• Keep daily production records and record pertinent manufacturing data where required
• Maintains a clean and organized work environment

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Stress management

Safety conscious

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Machinist vocational program (2-year degree)

Tools

CNC machinery

Job description

Overview

Machinist Operators operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments out of metal, plastic or other materials. Operators will load materials into the machine tools for production. Must be able to safely use all machine shop equipment. They will inspect parts for quality and drawing conformity. Applies knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures. A Machinist Operator works under moderate supervision and is gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machines (mills, lathes, etc.) to ensure safe, efficient, and accurate production


• Load material during operation and change or adjust cutting tools and offsets when required


• Deburr product to drawing requirements using hand and power tools with high precision


• Check and fill machine fluid levels, manages chips, and monitors equipment for maintenance requirements


• Read, understand and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to guide activities and ensure quality


• Understand inspections of work completed, perform inspections and document deviations from engineering drawing


• Follow verbal, written, and electronic work instruction to complete tasks


• Keep daily production records and record pertinent manufacturing data where required


• Maintains a clean and organized work environment

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required


• 2 year degree from a Machinist vocational program and 0-2 years experience required or equivalent education and experience required


• Ability to demonstrate sound judgement and effective communication skills (written and verbal)


• Ability to effectively manage stress, including competing work demands and multiple projects at the same time


• Regular, reliable, and predictable attendance


• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills


• Must be able to safely use all machine shop equipment


• Applied knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures

Our Benefits: Cirrus provides a range of exciting benefits, including:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, vision, dental, with additional dependent coverage options


• Employer-Paid Coverages: Group term life, short- and long-term disability insurance


• Flexible Spending Accounts: FSA and HSA offerings with company contributions to HSA


• Well-being: Calm Health, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness incentives through medical provider


• 401(k) Plan: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% after 90 days, with 100% vesting at 1 year of service


• PTO: Various PTO plans starting at 100 hours accrued within the first year


• Additional Time off Benefits: Paid holidays, 2 weeks of Paid Parental leave, paid time for funeral leave and jury duty


• Career Development: Tuition reimbursement program and professional growth opportunities


• Exclusive Discounts: Cirrus Store, partner and marketplace discounts available


• Community & Engagement: Company and employee clubs at various locations

These benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and enjoyment at Cirrus!

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