NIAR Composites and Structures Machinist

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY is seeking a full-time machinist for the NIAR Composites & Structures lab located in Wichita, KS. The role involves setting up and operating CNC machines with minimal supervision while adhering to specified dimensions.

Candidates must be able to work Monday to Friday from 4 pm to 12 am, with preferences for machining experience. Physical requirements include lifting steel fixtures and being able to work in loud environments.

Qualifications

• Must have machining experience preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to perform simple addition and subtraction.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines with minimal supervision.
• Read and interpret instructions to machine parts to specified dimensions.

Skills

Machining experience

Ability to perform basic math (addition and subtraction)

Communication skills

Job description

Department

NIAR Composites & Structures

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Full Time

Pay

$18 - 21 per hour

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 4 pm - 12 am

Export Compliance Requirement

This position requires access to EAR or ITAR controlled technologies. Applicants are required to be eligible for employment under U.S. export control laws and must meet the requirement of being a "U.S. Person".

Job Story

The NIAR Composites & Structures lab is looking for a machinist.

Job Duties

Responsible for setting up and operating CNC machines with minimal supervision. Read and interpret instructions to machine parts to specified dimensions while meeting tolerances.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to work Monday - Friday from 4 pm - 12 am. 40 hours per week.
• Machining experience preferred.
• Able to do simple addition and subtraction.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for up to 8 hours.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs.
• Ability to be in loud noise environments.
• Ability to inspect work, materials, equipment, and/or supplies and identify errors, needs and/or determining factors.
• Lifting steel fixtures and occasional heavy parts.