Conventional Machinist - 2nd Shift (HLG) at 211 Hydro-Aire Aerospace Corp. — Burbank, CA

Crane Aerospace and Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Conventional Machinist - 2nd Shift for our Burbank location. Hours are Monday-Friday 2:30pm - 11:30pm.

About Crane:

Job Summary:

The Conventional Machinist has some knowledge on setting up and operating a variety of conventional machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments including fabricating, modifying, or repairing mechanical instruments. The Conventional Machinist I may also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as conventional lathes, milling machines, shapers, grinders, or drill press
• Communicate with engineering, supervisory, or manufacturing personnel to exchange technical information
• Measure, examine, and test completed units to detect defects and ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measurement instruments
• Set up, adjust, and operate all of the conventional machine tools, drill presses and many specialized or advanced variation tools to perform precision machining operations
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials into machines
• Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
• Study sample parts, blueprints, and drawings to determine methods and sequences of operations needed to fabricate products up to geometric dimensional tolerances
• Select the appropriate tools, machines, and materials to be used in preparation of machinery work
• Listen to operating machines or equipment in order to detect machine malfunctions and compensate for problems
• Any other task assigned by supervisor or management

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 1+ year training in conventional machining involving both on-the-job experience and informal training
• Knowledge: Knowledge of various inspection equipment i.e. micrometers, calipers, height gages; Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations; Knowledge of Geometric Dimensional Tolerancing; Understanding of cutting tool Geometry; Knowledge of tooling and coordination
• Skills/Abilities: Able to work quickly and efficiently through Process Improvement structure; Good verbal and written communication; Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping
• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Aerospace industry
• Machine shop class(es) at local junior colleges
• Understanding of basic Math, Geometry and Trigonometry

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• May be exposed to unusual environmental conditions such as loud noises, cold temperatures, confined spaces, dust or fumes
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary

Standing: 100% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Sitting: 0% *percentage is approximate and may vary depending on work task Lifting (in pounds): up to 30 pounds

Pushing (in pounds): up to 50 pounds

Mental/Visual: use of electrical equipment such as drill press

Workspace: workshop

Top Benefits:

Hourly range: $24.87 to $31.74. Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles maybe eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.

Second shift openings are eligible for a 10% shift differential. The 10% shift differential will be added to the base pay once training on First shift has been successfully completed and the employee transitions to the Second shift schedule.