Conventional Machinist - 2nd Shift (HLG)

Conventional Machinist - 2nd Shift

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.

Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft – delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E's brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You'll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment.

Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!

Job Summary

The Conventional Machinist I 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

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.

As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:

• Benefits: Health care, dental or life insurance starting the first day of the month

• Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane and 12 paid holidays per year.

• 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match

• Education Reimbursement: eligible after 90 days of employment

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.