TOOL & DIE MAKER JOURNEYMAN - A SHIFT

LISI; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in aerospace is seeking a Specialty Machine Level III operator. This role involves setting up, troubleshooting, and operating specialty machines to meet high standards of safety and performance. You will train lower-skilled operators and ensure compliance with specifications while working in a dynamic environment that promotes advancement and flexibility. Join a company committed to industrial excellence and employee development through its Corporate University. If you have a passion for manufacturing and a desire to grow your skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA/HSA

401K Matching

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay

Education Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years experience or equivalent technical education required.
• Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools is essential.

Responsibilities

• Set-up, troubleshoot, and operate specialty machines to meet company standards.
• Train lower-skilled operators and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Perform SPC checks and maintain accurate record keeping.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Technical Skills in Manufacturing

Oral and Written Communication

Teamwork

Business Acumen

Cost Consciousness

Adaptability

Planning/Organizing

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or GED

7+ years of experience in technical roles

Tools

SPC Software

Shop Floor System

Job description

2600 Skypark Dr, Torrance, CA 90505, USA Req #2202

Wednesday, January 22, 2025

LISI AEROSPACE is ranked 60th in the global aerospace value chain and specializes in the design and manufacture of high-tech metal components to enhance aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market (no. 3 worldwide), LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011. With its dedication to industrial excellence, LISI AEROSPACE aims to become a leader in costs, quality, deadlines and workplace safety. This mindset is represented at every level of our company and by all of our team members. At LISI AEROSPACE, we focus above all on advancement and flexibility. Every employee is empowered and has the latitude they need to carry out their assignments and develop their skills. We provide this mobility and training through our Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI). As a result, our company is growing fast and always welcoming new talents.

SUMMARY

The Specialty Machine Level III position is to set-up, troubleshoot, train employees, and operate specialty machines to achieve all company targets and standards. Specialty machines include: Threadroll, Grind, Heading, Tooling, CNC, and Multi-spindle. Specialty III position must maintain the expected level of competency for specialty and production machines in accordance with skill assessments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential requirement representing the knowledge, skill, and/or ability.

• Operates, sets up, troubleshoots and maintains at least 3 specialty machines within their normal capacity with limited assistance and supervision.
• Trains and assists lower-skilled operators to meet minimum expectations of the job.
• Starts machine(s), observes operation, and inspects first run and sample work piece(s) to ensure machine(s) conform to specifications.
• Performs Statistical Process Control (SPC) checks per specification and acts in accordance with output.
• Reads blueprint or job order for product specification such as dimensions, tolerance, number, or parts to be formed and tooling instruction on type tooling required.
• Inspects parts using micrometers, gages and other measuring tools, to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Performs record keeping, data entry, housekeeping, and follows safety regulations.
• Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and HSE Procedures.
• Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures always.
• Required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.
• Participate and maintain LEAP and APU/GAP standards.
• Participate and engage in the PSM1 meetings, reporting any ongoing and long-term problems you encounter.
• Sustain actions regarding projects and workshops.
• Other duties assigned.

Ways of working, Experience, and Behaviors

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses experience to complement data; understands the workflows and procedures.
• Technical Skills – Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly, and production equipment.
• Oral and Written Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquiries regardless of the situation; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Places success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of team members.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Cost Consciousness - Recommends saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities of self; Uses time efficiently; Plans for resources in a creative way only adding cost as absolutely necessary; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 7+ years’ experience or equivalent combination of technical education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and use shop and measuring tools.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts and calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, and standard units of measurements).

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of SPC, and departmental applications (Shop Floor System).

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Certificates, licenses, registrations

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand for extended periods of time, speak or listen, and walk. The employee is frequently required to use eye-hand coordination, repetitive hand movement and manual dexterity use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must frequently bend, reach to shoulder level and lift, carry, push and/or pull up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing level within normal/average range.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Safety and Environmental

The responsibilities of the position include compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental and hazardous materials regulations, and procedures. Employee will be required to wear personal safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear PPE in specified areas.

Be exemplary in terms of health, safety, and the environment, by:

• Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety, and the environment (LISI golden rules).
• Immediately correcting, whenever possible, or reporting to his or her superiors and/or the HSE department, any malfunction or risky situation in the fields of health, safety, and environmental protection.
• Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks.
• Participate, upon request, in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to his/her professional scope.
• Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work.
• Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives.
• To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact.

BENEFITS:

Medical
Dental
Vision
FSA/HSA
401K Matching
Vacation Pay
Sick Pay
Education Reimbursement

LISI is an equal opportunity at-will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.