CNC Operator 3

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Minimum of +5 year experience in CNC in aerospace industry 

• Must be able to read, write and understand English 

• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

• This position entails access to export-controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.
   

Benefits/Salary:

The position includes competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance (medical, dental, vision), excellent 401k matching program, paid holidays and vacation. Howmet Aerospace curates a strong working environment through opportunities for career progression, community engagement activities, and flexible schedules contingent upon role and location. The salary range for this position is $27-$35.

Howmet Fastening Systems is looking for a 2nd Shift CNC Operator in our Torrance, CA location. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California.  We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we’re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

General Summary:

Requires the set-up, operation and troubleshooting of CNC controlled machine tools to perform any sequence of programmed operation using programs and tool layouts provided.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Must be able to follow work order and verbal instructions
• Run multiple machines as required 
• Actively employs set-up reduction techniques to minimize “internal” activities, drive down change-over times and increase productivity
• Maintains a clean and orderly workplace in accordance with 5S standards
• Active involvement in Autonomous Maintenance program 
• Perform Preventative Maintenance per daily schedule 
• Perform first piece verification process per part print as required
• Responsible for producing and maintaining high level quality parts
• Perform Lock/Out Tag/Out (LOTO) 
• Run production parts according to specifications, work instructions and quality standards
• Check all work with appropriate measuring tools and make offsets and edits as required
• Active involvement in continuous improvement initiatives 
• Follow all EHS Policies and Procedures. Report all incidents immediately 
• Other duties as assigned by department management

 Knowledge and Skills

• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions

• Understanding of cutting tools (offset and geometry) and must know “G” and “M” Codes

• Must know basic troubleshooting

• Must be able to move and lift up to 30 lbs (may not exceed per EHS policies)