Mill Operator

Verus Aerospace; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Verus Aerospace in Anaheim, CA is seeking a Mill Operator to operate manual industrial equipment to manufacture precision machined components. Essential skills include working knowledge of tool room machinery, strong math abilities, and a solid understanding of machining principles.

You will set up and operate machine tools, read blueprints, measure with micrometers and calipers, and ensure parts meet tolerances.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of conventional machining experience.
• Certification from an accredited technical college a plus.
• An ideal candidate will have basic math skills.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints/drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as Bridgeport milling machines, engine lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, drill jigs, hinge line boring, etc.
• Set up, adjust, and operate machine tools to perform precision machining operations.
• Study blueprints and specifications to determine methods, sequences, and tolerances.
• Use metrology tools to check and inspect machined parts.
• Align and secure fixtures, tools, and materials on machines.
• Select tools and machines for preparation of machining work.
• Lay out and mark metal stock to confirm cut placement.
• Operate independently with minimal supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tool room machinery

Math skills

Machining principles

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Micrometers

Calipers

Indicators

Depth gauges

Bore gauges

Height gauges

Job description

The Mill Operator will operate manual industrial equipment to manufacture and complete precision machined components. Essential skills are working knowledge of tool room machinery, above average math abilities and thorough understanding of machining principles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate equipment such as Bridgeport milling machines, engine lathes, surface grinders, drill presses, drill jigs, hinge line boring, etc.
• Set up, adjust, and operate all of the basic machine tools and many specialized or advanced variation tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
• Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, and engineering information in order to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products, and determine product dimensions and tolerances.
• Utilize tools such as micrometers, calipers, indicators, depth gauges, bore gauges, height gauges, etc. to accurately check and inspect machined components.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines.
• Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work.
• Lay out, measure, and mark metal stock in order to confirm placement of cuts.
• To operate independently with minimal supervision.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of conventional machining experience
• Certification from an accredited technical college a plus
• An ideal candidate will have basic math skills
• Must have the ability to read and interpret blueprints/drawings