CNC Machinist

Description:

Who is FMI?

FMI Aerostructures is one of the largest independent manufacturing businesses serving the aerospace & defense industry. Our 250-member team has been a trusted supply chain partner that manufactures critical structural components and complex assemblies for major aerospace players for over 40 years.

Why FMI makes a difference?

Customers are at the center of everything at FMI. We are excited that this team can work with key partners like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin using our critical components to help important new aerospace programs take flight. Our machinists are the best in the industry, and we are investing to support their continued success. When they win, our customers win.

Why FMI could be the right fit for your career?

This is an opportunity to work locally for a long-standing, stable business that is investing to grow.

Position Summary:

As a CNC Machinist, you will operate and set up CNC multi-axis machines to produce precision components according to engineering drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. The machinist is responsible for machine setup, tooling, inspection, troubleshooting, and maintaining quality and productivity standards.

Shift Assignment: This position may be assigned to either the day shift or night shift based on operational and production needs. Candidates should be flexible and available to work either shift as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

* Set up and operate 4-axis and 5-axis CNC machining centers.

* Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, GD&T, and work instructions.

* Load, verify, and adjust CNC programs and offsets.

* Select, install, and measure cutting tools and workholding fixtures.

* Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and CMM equipment as required.

* Make machine adjustments to maintain dimensional accuracy and surface finish.

* Troubleshoot machining problems, tool wear, vibration, and dimensional issues.

* Perform tool changes and monitor tool life.

* Verify material, tooling, programs, and setup documentation before production.

* Maintain accurate production and inspection records.

* Follow safety procedures, quality standards, and company policies.

* Keep machines, tools, and work areas clean and organized.

* Work with programmers, engineers, quality personnel, and supervisors to resolve production issues.

* Assist with continuous improvement efforts to improve cycle times, quality, and machine efficiency.

Requirements:

Qualifications :

* High school diploma or equivalent; technical or machining education preferred.

* 5+ years of CNC machining experience, preferably with multi-axis equipment.

* Experience with 4-axis/5-axis CNC machining is strongly preferred.

* Ability to read blueprints and understand GD&T.

* Strong knowledge of cutting tools, feeds and speeds, workholding, and machining processes.

* Ability to use precision measuring instruments.

* Experience with CNC controls such as Fanuc, Haas, Siemens, or Mazak is preferred.

* Ability to troubleshoot machining and quality issues independently.

* Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts.

* This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as an U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

Physical Demands

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

* While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

* The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

* While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to high, precarious places and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

FMI Aerostructures is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by application law.

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