Machine Operator Aerospace

2 months ago


Traverse City, United States Skilled Manufacturing Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description


$2000 RETENTION BONUS

Participating Employer: MI Tr-Share Child Care Program

*Your child cost is reduced by 66% for eligible employees*

Machine Operator - Aerospace

In this position, you will be responsible for the daily function of the Automated Manufacturing Lines.

This is a 2nd shift position 4:15 PM - 2:45 AM with a $3/hr. shift premium.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

  • Loads Raw Parts and Unload Finished Parts from the manufacturing cell.
  • Completes in-process checks on parts to ensure quality products.
  • Respond to Cell Alarm as the First Line of Defense for Downtime
  • Monitors Run Charts to identify features trending out of spec and make necessary adjustments.
  • Completes daily Startup Procedures and End of Shift logs.
  • Communicate and escalate issues to the appropriate department promptly.
  • Responsible for completing Changeovers in the cell, including changing Tooling, Fixtures, EOAT, Drawer Templates, etc., to prepare the cell ready for production.
  • Moves Finished Parts to the next step in the process.
  • Escalates issues to the appropriate party, taking a proactive approach to producing quality parts and keeping the machines running.
  • Washes parts using High Pressure Parts Washer.
  • Work with a team to improve the processes within the automation cells continuously.
  • Keeps the area clean and tour-ready at all times.
  • Other duties as necessary.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Able to watch a Process and identify areas for improvement.
  • Self-starter with the ability to identify and prioritize tasks to be the most efficient.
  • Ability to read Run Charts and know when a change needs to be made to keep production on track (SPC).
  • Good Team Player, willing to jump in and lend a hand to the surrounding team.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in an Automated Production environment.
  • Competency with basic measurement tools (calipers, thread gages, etc.).
  • Experience working with Fanuc Robots, Allen Bradley PLCs, Okuma CNCs, and Zeiss CMMs is a plus but not necessary.
  • Basic Computer Knowledge, including Microsoft Office programs.
  • Able to lift up to 35lbs.
  • Able to maneuver over 100 lbs with the assistance of manual and electric cranes.

Work Environment:

Climate-controlled manufacturing facility with a moderate noise level. In this position, you work a full-time schedule in a manufacturing setting.

Benefits – starts the 1st of the month after 30 days of employment:

  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Vision Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match plus employer contribution
  • Company-paid Short-term Disability
  • Company-paid Long-term Disability
  • Company-paid Life Insurance

Benefits – Additional:

  • Paid Time Off available after 60 days of employment
  • Per pay Attendance Bonus – Earn $3,380 in a 12-month period for perfect attendance
  • Quarterly bonus program
  • 401K with employer match plus an employer contribution after 6-months of employment

Employment Criteria:

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR technical data. Therefore, candidates must qualify as a US Person, defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee in compliance with International Traffic in Arms Regulations.

Due to the customer's requirements, no Visa sponsorship is available.

We are a team-driven, Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, pregnancy, or age.




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