Machinist 1

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures projects are completed on time and to specifications.  
• Performs additional duties as assigned. 
• Accurately use and read precision measuring devices (calipers, micrometers, etc.)
• Works with others as part of a high-performance team
• Cross-trains to skillfully operate a variety of production equipment. 
• Develops work holding and select cutting tools based on part feature and material requirements
• Creates and compiles necessary documents and work procedures to aid in machine setup and operation.   
• Accepts and applies on-the-job training to advance professional skill level
• Enjoys working on challenging projects on a daily basis
• Maintains a favorable working relationship with coworkers to promote a cooperative climate conducive to maximum productivity, efficiency, and effectiveness
• Communicates relevant information and concerns positively and effectively to others in a timely manner.
• Maintains safe work habits and adheres to correct use of proper personal protective equipment.
• Maintains an awareness of safety sensitive work and surroundings.  Responsible in identifying potential and actual hazards and mitigate damage to persons and property.
• Maintains safe, clean, and orderly conditions in assigned work area
•  Organizes all tools, fixtures, and equipment for easy accessibility to maximize efficiency.
•  Identifies the most efficient way to safely complete assigned tasks according to team production schedule.
• Takes good care of the equipment under their responsibility and performs any necessary preventive maintenance on schedule.
•  Works efficiently and independently with minimal supervision within defined quality standards to ensure timely completion of projects.
•  Accurately interprets work orders to select the correct materials and perform equipment set-up/programming.
•  Proactively identifies defects or equipment issues to minimize scrap materials and rework of parts.
• Performs first-article and random inspections of completed work according to quality standards.
• Seeks out opportunities to build new skills.  Develops good work habits to ensure a high quality of work is accomplished.
• Effectively and proficiently adapts to changing tasks and project requirements.
• Identifies and suggests ways for the company to improve the efficiency and quality of production.
•  Supports continuous improvements and efforts to make positive changes in the organization.  Effectively participates in the implementation of these efforts. 
• Effectively and proficiently navigates AirCorps’ digital and physical libraries to access part drawings, manuals, and other resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Be able to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Effective and appropriate oral and written communication skills.
• Seeks out and uses technical resources in the appropriate format
• Effectively and proficiently uses systems to communicate and project needs with other team members, maintain relevant compliance data, and monitor task completions.
• Proficient at all aspects of operating relevant equipment, including advanced set-up, programming, and efficiently transitioning between orders.
• Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions within a set of guidelines
• Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork
• Ability to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or procedures.
• Must have manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate equipment.
• Must have visual acuity to inspect and identify defects.
• Must have machining knowledge. 
• Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 50 pounds at a time.