SUMMARY: This position is responsible for utilizing strong technical skills to setup and operate CNC machines as required to produce component parts that meet specifications; demonstrating safe work practices at all times and to identify areas of potential concern to management; participating in team activities and to provide ideas to support continuous improvement activities within their work team or cell. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Proficiently setups and operates CNC lathe and/or mill to machine components to customer requirements by performing all machine set-ups, tool changes, and offsets as required. • Performs operations such as turning, boring, milling, contouring, facing, and threading on castings, forgings, and bar stock. • Collaborates with departmental support staff, programming, quality and technical support to develop new processes and products as well as to isolate, troubleshoot, and resolve non-conforming results. • Suggests and participates in the implementation of process improvements, setups reduction initiatives and scraps reduction activities. • Performs all first piece and in-process inspection as required uses calipers, micrometers, plug gauges, and ring gauges or other necessary inspection equipment. • Prepares programs and performs minor to intermediate adjustments to program inputs including minor tool changes and offsets to ensure product specifications are met. • Assists in the development and maintenance of work instructions and process sheets and ensures paperwork is organized, detailed and current. • Completes necessary paperwork and documentation to ensure quality conformance and the proper movement and control of product as well as all quality related inspection requirements. • Works safely and actively participates in all plant safety directives while adhering to all safety guidelines and procedures. • Participates in team activities and continuous improvement activities. • Covers other positions as instructed by Worklead or other superiors. • Sets up and operates multiple machines within the Machine Shop. • Ability to work overtime. • Performs other related duties as assigned by management. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: • This position has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS: • High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Certificate in CNC Machine Operation from accredited institution or equivalent. • Minimum 5 years of CNC Setup operating or consistently demonstrated equivalent ability. • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. • Familiarity with sensing systems technologies and aerospace product specs. • Ability to learn and apply advanced technical concepts. • Familiarity with Hardinge Lathes & Mills, DMC Lathes & Mills, Miyano Lathes, Okuma Mills is preferred but not required. • Excellent communication and writing skills. • Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems with limited information. • Able to communicate effectively with management and co-workers to promote strong working relationships and create an environment focused on teamwork. • Flexible with work and job assignments and willing to perform any function as needed. • Understands and demonstrates comprehension of drawings, blueprints and manufacturing work instructions. • Possess a clear understanding of general math (including fractions and decimals). • Possess basic computer skills including database software and electronic mail software. • Must have 20/20 vision with correction, and no color blindness, steady hands with good dexterity. (Company issued annual eye exam.) PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces. ☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. ☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another. ☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly Adjusting or moving objects up to 35 pounds in all directions. ☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly Communicating with others to exchange information. ☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers. ☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly Operating machinery and/or power tools. ☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment. ☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of the work assigned. ☐ Never ☐ Occasionally ☒ Constantly Noisy environments. ☐ Never ☒ Occasionally ☐ Constantly ITAR Restricted: This position is restricted to US Citizens, Permanent Residents or Green Card Holders. EOE/M/F/Veteran/Disability. Stellar Technology is a Diverse Work Force Employer. Monday - Friday 3:30 pm to 12:00 am