Machinist V

Machinist V - 1st Shift

Requisition ID 2024-8482
Category Machinists
Segment Kaman Aerospace
Shift Shift 1
# of Openings 1
Posted Date 1 month ago (8/16/2024 6:16 AM)

Overview

Kamatics, a divison of Kaman that speicalizes in self-lubricating bearings and engineered products, is looking for talented CNC Machinists We have a great opportunity for a dynamic and motivated CNC Machinist to join our team in Bloomfield, CT on 1st shift in our Spherical Value Stream. The core hours for the position are 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM and we are currently running one hour of mandatory overtime, at the beginning of the shift for a required 45 hours a week. Overttime pay is 1.5x the hourly rate for all hours in excess of 40 hours in a week. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including a 100% dollar for dollar match on the first 5% you contribute to the 401(k) plan along with generous time-off programs. This includes a one week paid shutdown during the holidays that does not require you to use vacation time. Team players with a passion for excellence should apply.

Our products are used in space, aviation, marine, hydropower and other industrial applications. As an industry leader we design, test and manufacture the highest performing, self-lubricating, roller element, metal to metal and miniature bearings in the industry.

Come see what we are about: Kaman Specialty Bearing on YouTube

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Machinist IV

• Independently sets up, adjusts, troubleshoots and checks out programming and operates numerically controlled machine tools (2 axis lathe / 3 axis mill) to perform a complex series of progressive machining operations on a diversified line of work to close and exacting tolerances and finish specifications requiring an intermediate level of skill
• Setups involve familiarity with and understanding of program formats involving combinations of operations such as milling, boring, recessing, turning, drilling, threading, screw machine operation, etc., to the capacity of the machine and control factor
• Works from programs, operation sheets, and machine setup instructions
• Self-sufficient with material clamping methods, machine adjustments/offsets and console settings

Machinist V

• Strong ability to setup and run all standard axis (2 axis, 3 axis) numerically controlled machine tools to perform a complex series of progressive machining operations on a diversified line of work to close and exacting tolerances and finish specifications requiring a high degree of skill
• Works from programs, operation sheets, and machine setup instructions
• Self-sufficient with all aspects of machine set up on machines within their area of responsibility
• May provide training, set-up, tool adjustment, trouble shooting, etc., support to others

Foundational Competencies (All Levels):

• Dependability Can be relied upon to complete work with the appropriate level of supervision and direction; carries out instructions accurately; punctual
• Quality & Continuous Improvement Optimizes efficiency without sacrificing quality; demonstrates attention to detail; participates in formal and informal improvement efforts
• Communication Effectively communicates and ensures the message intended is the message received
• Teamwork and Collaboration Contributes to positive relationships; works collaboratively with others
• Safety and Compliance Employs safe work habits and complies with all safety protocols; employs good housekeeping practices; reports safety violations promptly; adheres to company policies

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent; a Machining Certificate preferred

Experience: Mimimum of three years of machining experience in a manufacturing environment

• Understand the use and inspection methods of GD&T constraints
• Proficient in use of shop math
• Works independently, with minimal supervision
• Troubleshoots basic programming errors such as taper, chatter and chip control
• Proficient in setting up CNC machine
• Works to standard in jaw-cutting, bringing a part to size and inspecting a part for a first piece
• Has working knowledge of the relationship between federate and surface finish as well as surface speed to material type

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