Manual Machinist

Job DescriptionAircraft Technology, Inc., (ATI), a subsidiary of HEICO Corporation, is an FAA/EASA Part 145 Repair Station. ATI supports a wide range of rotary and fixed wing components found on both commercial and military platforms around the world.The Manual Machinist sets-up and operates a Manual Vertical Turret Lathes (VTL).ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Set-up and understanding of Manual Vertical Turret Lathes (VTL).
Set-up experience with tooling, fixtures with the ability to follow instructions per technical drawings or work instructions.
Work from process travelers, blueprints, part drawings, manuals, specification and verbal direction to determine proper dimensions and tolerances of finished part sequence of operation, and setup requirements.
Measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
Remove and replace dull cutting tools.
Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
Listen to machines during operation in order to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.
Stop machines to remove finished work pieces, or to change tooling, setup, or work piece placement, according to required machining sequences.
Lift work pieces to machines manually, or with hoists or cranes.
Understand machine cutting methods to account for problems encountered during operation.
Calculate machine speed and feed ratios, and the size and position of cuts.
Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation.
Move material, tools, fixtures and equipment as required.
Performs other related duties as required.

RequirementsEDUCATION:
High school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited school.
Machinist trade school, apprenticeship and/or formal training in area of specialty preferred.

EXPERIENCE:2 years of Manual Vertical Turret Lathe (VTL) Machining Experience preferred.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and sometimes excessive.