Machinist B

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Job Title: Machinist B

Job Code: 47591

Job Location: Gardena, CA

Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off

Job Description:

The Level B Machinist performs routine and repetitive manufacturing operations using grinding and machining equipment to fabricate ceramic components to precision tolerances. Working under normal supervision, this position performs most machine setups, inspects completed work, maintains production documentation, and supports safe and efficient operations.

Essential Functions:

• Manufacture ceramic components to specifications under normal supervision.
• Routinely inspect work for conformance to requirements. Work may also be reviewed by a lead or supervisor for progress and accuracy.
• Set up workstations with minimal assistance and perform most machine setups.
• Complete required documentation, including timecards, work orders, and statistical data records.
• Use calipers, micrometers, scales, and other measuring devices to inspect work.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas and follow all safety protocols.
• Operate up to 70% of the following equipment types, as trained and assigned: lappers, ID grinders, ID slicers, OD grinders, lathes, Blanchard grinders, surface grinders, fine grinders, vertical machining centers (VMCs), and multi-wire saws.
• Perform preventive maintenance on assigned machines.
• Cross-train others in efficient operating methods, as assigned.
• Use statistical process control (SPC) techniques to monitor and improve work quality.
• Transfer projects electronically and physically upon completion of grinding operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned and work overtime when required.

Qualifications:

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years of prior relevant experience or 2 years post-Secondary/Associates Degree with 0 to 2 years of prior related experience.
• A minimum of 18 months of grinding or machining experience.
• Good shop math skills and effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow detailed written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Basic knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) symbols and appropriate inspection methods.
• Hand-eye coordination sufficient to perform assigned tasks safely.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Perform varnish and heat treat operations for all products as required
• Perform simple to semi-complex cable assembly per shop order instructions and engineering drawing.

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in California is $44,000 - $81,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

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