CNC Machinist Weekend Lead

3 weeks ago


Fife, United States RTC Aerospace Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

About RTC Aerospace:

RTC Aerospace is a 60-year-old aerospace manufacturer of complex, high-tolerance, difficult-to-machine parts. We have 4 facilities across the nation bringing exceptional cellular manufacturing capabilities and unique engineered solutions to our clients’ designed products. We are a company driven by ambitious individuals, working together to become an industry leader in lean-cell manufacturing. Come be a part of something exceptional at RTC Aerospace

How You’ll Make an Impact

Our qualified Lead CNC Machinist will have exemplary manufacturing skills, working knowledge and experience on a variety of CNC machines and controls. This person will be in a position as a technical leader and mentor however will not be directly managing employees. They will have the ability to read and understand a customer job traveler/work orders, ability to read and interpret mechanical blueprints, prepare and install computer control programs for machining centers, selects, inspects and installs proper tooling, and operates computer-controlled machining centers in a safe productive teamwork environment.

What you’ll be doing as a Lead CNC Machinist (3-12s Weekend Shift: Friday – Sunday):

  • Working a Full-time, weekend shift, onsite position at our Fife, Washington location.
  • Shift time is Friday – Sunday, 5am – 530pm. Shift differential is included to pay for a 40 hour work week.
  • Work with shop employees and Manager, to organize the work for all shifts in department.
  • Work with employees to maintain, and improve efficiencies while maintaining quality.
  • Leads in meeting and seeking to exceed production goals
  • Inspect work using gaging and inspection equipment to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Manages others well by first living a hard work ethic and supporting the needs of employees under oversight
  • Manages others to comply with company certification/ISO registration needs
  • Maintains and oversees accurate production history for customer requirements
  • Meet department and personal expectations for productivity, quality, and strive for continuous improvement.
  • Follow guidelines for work scheduling and understand delivery objectives.
  • Communicate pertinent information well with others, and is a company/ team player.
  • Possess good work ethic and maintain good attendance. (Regular and punctual attendance is an essential function of this position).
  • Report any machine or process problems or variances to Manager/Maintenance.
  • Be able to perform multiple tasks, and manage multiple prospects simultaneously.
  • Perform various other duties as assigned by Manager.
  • Follow all safety guidelines established by the Company, including proper use of equipment and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Previous experience leading a manufacturing team, or equivalent experience.
  • Knowledge of tooling, fixtures, materials and processes.
  • History of good work standards, good quality, and team participation.
  • Competence in the operation and performance of multiple machine tools.
  • Computer skills.
  • Ability to inspect machined parts using a variety of inspection equipment.
  • Good mathematical and print reading skills.
  • Ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills

Physical Demands:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following:

  • Ability to lift or move up to 50lbs.
  • Reach forward, up, down and to the side in order to move equipment.
  • Continuous standing and walking throughout the workday.
  • Ability to reach with hands and arms; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material.
  • Access, input, and retrieve information from a computer.

Work Environment:

A large percentage of work time is spent in a machine shop where temperatures vary from hot to cold. The environment may also include exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vapor from coolant, etc. Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the Company, and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required.

Compensation and Benefits:

Employee Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, long-term disability and 401(k) with up to 6% QACA company match.

The Lead CNC Machinist Compensation range for onsite Washington applicants is $39 - $44/hr. commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.

RTC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on RTC’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact the RTC Human Resources Department. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the RTC Human Resources Department. Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with the requirements of article 9 to chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code, federal and state laws of California.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department.



Compensation details: 39-44 Hourly Wage



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