NPI Machinist (Part-Time Weekend) Aerospace and Defense Industry

C/A Design Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in aerospace and defense seeks a skilled NPI Machinist for part-time weekend shifts. This role involves setting up CNC machines, troubleshooting machining issues, and ensuring high-quality production standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in CNC setup, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safety and quality. Join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration and excellence, and contribute to innovative thermal management solutions that impact a diverse range of markets. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC setup experience and 5+ years in manufacturing required.
• Ability to read GD&T blueprints and use measurement tools.

Responsibilities

• Set up CNC machines and inspect first article parts.
• Solve technical machining problems and ensure quality of parts.
• Train employees and report unsafe conditions.

Skills

CNC Setup Experience

Problem-Solving Skills

Prototyping Skills

GD&T Blueprint Interpretation

Tools

HAAS Controls

Micrometers

Calipers

Height Gauges

Dial Indicators

Keyence Vision System

Job description

NPI Machinist (Part-Time Weekend) Aerospace and Defense Industry

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Our Company: C/A Design is part of the Heico Companies, and in the aggregate, Heico’s businesses generate more than $3.2 billion in revenues. C/A Design is a global leader in innovative thermal management solutions for a diverse range of markets. Building on over four decades of leadership and experience, C/A Design manufactures and sells thermal management products that remove excess heat generated by electronic components.

Our Mission: Our businesses have made an all-encompassing commitment across all levels of the organization to never sacrifice safety. Deliver industry-leading quality, and on-time delivery while providing an exceptional customer experience. Position ourselves as a leader in the industry through technological advancements and supply chain excellence. Promote a culture of success and excellence through collaboration, accountability, transformative, and shared belief in our vision.

Summary: The NPI Machinist will set up computerized numerically controlled machine tools and related equipment for machining operations for new product development. This position works with first article products and pilot lots for process verification. This position requires excellent problem-solving skills and contributions to quality improvements. The position requires the ability to effectively train employees from different departments and provide performance assessment feedback to the supervisor.

Description:

• Schedule: Saturday & Sunday
• Strives toward a culture of proactive safety
• Works from drawings, 3D CAD models, and programs developed by CNC Programmers
• Set up and inspect first article parts.
• Use basic measurement tools to measure parts to customer drawings and 3D CAD models.
• Learn and utilize advanced inspection systems such as Keyence vision system.
• Solve technical machining problems to yield conforming products.
• Work with CNC Programmers to develop sustainable machining programs.
• Work with QC inspectors to troubleshoot nonconforming conditions.
• Establish effective setup procedures, generate work instructions for future production runs.
• Change cutting tools and location of work pieces during machining process.
• Install cutting tools and various work holding devices to handle the size of stock to be machined.
• Makes necessary adjustments to set-ups during course of operations to maintain accurate production.
• Detects and reports improper operation, faulty equipment, and unusual conditions.
• Run multiple CNC machines simultaneously
• Utilize manual machines to manufacture parts to drawing and CAD model.
• Ensure quality of parts before forwarding them to next operation/process.
• Responsible for cleanliness of his/her own work area and the general housekeeping of the company.
• Reports any unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Management/Maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years CNC setup experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Mandatory 4th axis machining experience.
• Prototyping and first piece development with programs experience
• Familiarity with HAAS controls preferred
• Ability to use micrometers, calipers, height gauges and dial indicators.
• Ability to read and interpret GD&T blueprints.

Physical Demands:

Continuous mental and visual attention is required. Requires constant alertness or activity. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand and occasionally required to walk, sit, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

While performing the essential functions of this position, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to airborne particles and chemicals. The noise level is usually very loud. The employee is required to wear safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Part-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing