CNC Machine Assistant

Ascent Aerospace Inspiring the Next Generation of Flight!

Ascent Aerospace is a world-renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace and defense industry. We provide high-precision advanced automated equipment as well as a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest Invar molds ever mademaking us the largest tooling group in the industry. We work with our customers to develop their project and see it through, from process engineering to build and installation, to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution. As a true, single-source integrator, we have proven tools to surpass our customer expectations. We have greater control of timing and schedules, which allows for 100% accountability, and avoids costly mark-ups, ultimately saving our customers money. The result: a group of businesses, each an industry leader within their own discipline, now acting as one truly integrated supply base.

Summary of Position

Under shop supervision, efficiently maintain a clean work environment and assist other employees in maintaining the areas around their workstations. Responsible for implementing a driven, team oriented culture, which embraces continuous improvements and ensures across the board operational and process excellence.

Essential Functions

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying the position.

• Participate and take responsibility for 6S.
• Load and unload parts on machine.
• Set-up tools as required.
• Deliver coolant to each machine.
• Return all used items back to their original places after setup.
• De-burr edges of machined parts.
• Help flip parts over as needed.
• Organize staged parts and tools as required
• Clean up metal chips on the machine between set-ups.
• Wash setup clamps and bolts (parts washer).
• Clean and stone tools and tables.
• Clean machine rails from foreign particles.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
• Train with machinist to learn set ups, types of tools and inserts being used

Required Skills, Education & Experience

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered. Typical qualifications would be:

• High School Diploma preferred.
• 1 year experience working as a helper/laborer position or equivalent preferred.
• Forklift, hoist and crane experience preferred.
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22.C.F.R. is required

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to distinguish different types of materials.
• Ability to successfully pass a forklift and hoist/crane proficiency test.
• Excellent Safety record/training.
• Excellent manual dexterity and physical ability.
• Problem solving the individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Interpersonal Skills the individual maintains confidentiality, remains open to others' ideas and exhibits willingness to try new things.
• Oral communication the individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Planning/organizing the individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.
• Adaptability the individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
• Dependability the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.
• Safety and security the individual actively promotes and personally observes safety and security procedures, and uses office equipment and materials properly.

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Travel

May be required to travel to other site locations during the workday.

Working Conditions

Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job.

• Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation
• May access and work in the manufacturing plant
• While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles
• The employee may be exposed to vibration
• The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• May be required to travel to other site locations during the work day
• May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands
• Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area.
• Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

• Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms.
• Must be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time
• Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• PTO
• 401k Match

Special Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening.

This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').

Ascent Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free View phone number on talent.com. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that Ascent Aerospace does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to Ascent Aerospace will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.