NIAR Composites and Structures Machinist

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is looking for a skilled machinist to join the NIAR Composites & Structures lab in Wichita, KS. The role requires setting up and operating CNC machines while interpreting specifications and meeting tolerances.

This full-time position works Monday to Friday from 4 pm to 12 am. Candidates must be U.S. Persons due to export compliance requirements, and previous machining experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience setting up and operating CNC machines is preferred.
• Ability to remain stationary for extended periods.
• Must meet U.S. export control laws.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Machining experience

Ability to do simple addition and subtraction

Effective communication

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.