PRODUCTION MACHINIST III (D)

Job Title: PRODUCTION MACHINIST III (D) Posting Start Date: 4/30/26 At TE, you will unleash your potential working with people from diverse backgrounds and industries to create a safer, sustainable and more connected world. Job Description Job Overview Plans the sequence of actions, selects appropriate machines and materials, and determines the batch size and speed of the production equipment. Job Requirements Primary Equipment Doosan SMX 2100 STB, 9-axis mill-turn with live tooling, Y-axis, sub-spindle, probing Systems. Core Responsibilities Set up and operate SMX equipment per setup sheets and work instructions Load, verify, and run approved CNC programs; controlled prove-outs only Install and qualify tooling, fixtures, work holding, and probes Monitor cycle execution, spindle load, alarms, and tool wear Apply offsets and tool wear compensation to maintain dimensional control Perform in-process inspection and first-article verification Document results per quality requirements Support preventive maintenance, daily checks, and 5S Escalate defects, downtime, and abnormal conditions with data. Measurement & Quality Micrometers, bore gages, indicators, height gages, CMM hand tools; ability to hold ±0.001"and tighter Performance Expectations High first-pass yield - Stable cycle times with minimal unplanned downtime - Zero safety violations - Clean shift handoffs and accurate documentation Preferred Qualifications Direct experience on Doosan SMX platforms Experience machining stainless steels, duplex, or nickel alloys Familiarity with CAM-generated programs and simulation Background in regulated or high-reliability industries (oil & gas, subsea, aerospace, defense) Ability to operate 7 - 9 Axis CNC Machines Okuma lathe, Fadal mill or Proto Trak mill. Good understanding of G-Code & M-Code Ability to read blueprints and highly proficient with dimensioning/tolerancing/speeds and feeds. Running manual CMM is a plus Team player and positive, cooperative attitude Solution oriented and ability to respectfully communicate with colleagues What your background should look like Requirements High school diploma or GED required. Must be eligible to work under ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) compliance. 5+ years CNC operation in production Prior experience of multi-axis lathes or mill-turn machines (7+ axis preferred) Strong understanding of turning, milling, drilling, and live-tooling operations Read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T Tooling and insert selection awareness Tool life and wear management Mechanical aptitude and disciplined process execution Competencies Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork Job Locations 1700 GILLESPIE WAY EL CAJON, California 92020 United States #J-18808-Ljbffr