CMM Operator: 4th shift; Friday-Sunday 6am-6:30pm

CMM Operator

Skills Inc., one of Washington State's largest aerospace suppliers offers world-class, competitively-priced products and services which exceed customer's requirements for rigorous standards and excellence. We are a fully integrated, self-funded non-profit with a social mission to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities and our community.

Job Summary

As part of our recent growth, we are seeking a CMM Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will determine and utilize product configuration requirements via customer drawings (blueprints), 3D models, and applicable specifications to produce programs and inspect products on Coordinate Measuring Machines.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintain written and visual manufacturing records.
• Essential duties require presence in the workplace on a regular basis: in order to accomplish this, regular attendance and punctuality must be maintained.
• Count parts prior to processing; check for missed processes.
• Utilize production work orders, documents, drawings, specifications, and written or oral instructions to perform tasks necessary to meet production requirements.
• Detect and report defective equipment, materials, and faulty operations to supervisor.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to read and understand aerospace customer drawings, models, and specifications.
• Knowledge of the AS9100.
• Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances) and skill in applying GD&T to customer drawings, models, etc.
• Knowledge of first article inspection process and ability to fully complete first article to company requirements utilizing the CMM output.
• Ability to use various types of measurement equipment such as pin gauges, calipers, protractors, micrometers, and comparators.
• Skill in using CMM Manager Software, Microsoft XP and other Microsoft Office software applications.
• Ability to sequence items or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, mathematical operations).
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to take direction from lead and/or supervisor to complete assigned tasks.

Language Skills

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English through verbal communication, American Sign Language, or adaptive technology

Confidentiality

The responsibilities of this position may require an individual to access and hold in confidence certain information. This means that information and/or documentation acquired about employees, suppliers, customers, business practices, and all other related information remains confidential.

Preferred Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of aerospace manufacturing/inspection experience.
• Minimum of five (5) years' direct experience with programming and performing CMM part inspections.

ITAR US Person Status

Due to Skills Inc.'s participation in the defense industry, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) requires that access to sensitive information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be accessed, viewed or shared by US Persons as defined by law. A "US Person" can be a US citizen; a lawful permanent legal resident or an individual who has been admitted as a refugee or asylee.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the 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.

• Constant periods of sitting at a work station.
• Frequent use of detailed vision abilities including close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lift or move up 50lbs.
• Occasional periods of standing and/or walking.
• Constant use of industry standard personal protective equipment (PPE) required.
• Constant exposure to indoor manufacturing environment.
• Constant exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Constant exposure to moderate noise.

Shift Assignment

4th shift; Friday-Sunday 6am-6:30pm

Total Rewards Summary

At Skills Inc., our most important partnership is the one we share with our employees. We are dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of our employees and their dependents, which is why we offer a comprehensive and valuable benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, paid time off and a 401(k) savings plan to eligible employees.

Salary Description

Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Skills Inc. is a self-supporting Social Enterprise and is organized as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit. We have three lines of business; Aerospace Manufacturing, Aerospace Finishing, and Business Solutions, that operate in 3 locations. Skills Inc. employs over 250 people and our social mission is to train, employ and serve persons with disabilities. We accomplish our mission three ways; direct hire, vocational programs and services, and as a resource to the community.

Salary Range: $30.00-$45.00 4th shift is eligible for a shift differential based on 36 hours

Benefits Summary

• Paid vacation*
• Paid sick
• 401(k) with a percentage company-match contribution*
• Paid holidays*- prorated based on shift
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance*
• Employee Assistance Plan

EEO and ADA Statement

Skills Inc. is committed to cultivating a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We invite employees, participants in our services, vendors, and customers to bring their authentic selves to every interaction. We strive to represent the communities in which we serve. We aspire to see and value people across the spectrums of age, ability, gender, race, sexual orientation, perspectives, and other visible and invisible differences. Skills Inc. embraces equitable practices at the center of our daily work and believe our organization is stronger for it. Skills Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required. New responsibilities, activities and duties may be modified or added at any time by a member of the management team.