CNC Machinist

Honda Aero, Inc. in Burlington, NC is in search for a team member who is responsible for executing pre-planned manufacturing operations to produce products that meet quality and delivery requirements to support business targets. Produces machined parts by operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies.

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Setup fixtures per pre-planned manufacturing instructions to ensure proper alignment
• Setup parts per pre-planned manufacturing instructions to ensure proper alignment
• Setup tools per pre-planned manufacturing instructions to ensure proper dimensionals
• Operate machining operations per pre-planned manufacturing instructions to meet quality requirements
• Inspect parts using gauges, calipers, micrometers, etc. to ensure parts meet quality requirements
• Perform operations such as deburr, airflow, heat treat, sizing, correction, etc. per-planned manufacturing instructions to meet quality requirements
• Maintain equipment per preventive maintenance requirements to ensure reliable machine operation
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces; adhering to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

Education, Experience, Knowledge & Specific Skills:

Education/Experience:

• 5-years of close tolerance CNC Machining, preferably in the Aerospace Industry.
• Trade School and/or Apprenticeship Tool & Die Program preferred
• Close tolerance machining experience including machine setup procedures, precise measuring tools and understanding of pneumatic, hydraulics, welding and electrical conductivity.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge in use of precision measuring instruments and the application of such instruments.
• Strong understanding in blue print reading/ geometric tolerancing interpretation.
• Intermediate knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines.
• Working knowledge of metallurgy, heat treatment, machining tools and programming "G" and "M" codes
• Strong mechanical aptitude

Job Related Specific Skills:

• Ability to work independently and take on new challenges and assignments
• Ability to interact/communicate effectively to all levels
• Ability to problem solve, within area of expertise, at a high level
• Ability to learn and use multiple business system software
• Applies mathematical methods and reading skills
• Competent in reading blueprints and work instructions
• Competent in understanding Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions:

• Climate-controlled production environment.
• Regular exposure to the manufacturing areas which under certain circumstances require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields, mandatory hearing protection and safety shoes.
• Ability to frequently stand walk, and sit as well as regular use of hands, fingers, and arms.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.