Our DoD/Aerospace client is looking to fill an Advanced Machinist Technician position within their high-technology defense systems team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work from basic drawings, process sheets and sketches to perform production tasks, which may include the cutting and shaping of metal to precision dimensions. The position is based in Scottsdale, AZ and is fully on-site.
Location: Scottsdale, AZ (On-site)
Position: Advanced Machinist Technician
Contract Length: 12–24 months with possibility of going direct
Pay: $31.71 per hour
Education/Experience: High School Degree or equivalent plus Technical Certificate or 3+ years of relevant experience is required
Schedule: Second Shift
Clearance Requirement: U.S. citizenship required
Utilizing your mechanical aptitude, the Advanced Machinist Technician will work from basic drawings, process sheets and sketches to perform production tasks, which may include the cutting and shaping of metal to precision dimensions. You’ll operate lathes, drill presses, mills, routers, grinding machines, duplicating, and profile machines, brakes and shears such as small lathes, power mills, drills or punch presses, power brakes, shears or saws.
Key Responsibilities
- Forms and shapes basic material
- May operate lathes, drill presses, mills, routers, grinding machines, duplicating, and profile machines, brakes and shears
- May operate light-duty bench or floor machine tools and equipment such as small lathes, power mills, extruding machines, drills or punch presses, power brakes, shears or saws
- Works from basic drawings, process sheets and sketches to perform production tasks, which may include the cutting and shaping of metal to precision dimensions
- Sets up machines and makes adjustments, and performs maintenance on machines
- Checks work using prescribed gauges, jigs and fixtures to measure close tolerances
- Monitors and verifies quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures
- Interfaces with employees and managers within the department
- Works under general supervision and instructions given for routine work, and detailed instructions given for new activities or special assignments
Required Skills & Experience
- High School Degree or equivalent plus Technical Certificate or 3+ years of relevant experience is required
- Ability to read and follow instructions including Engineering and CAD drawings
- General interpersonal skills to cooperate and work effectively with others
- General communication skills, both verbal and written
- General computer skills
- General organizational skills
- Able to use mechanical hand and simple power tools
- Identifies opportunities to apply AI for continuous improvement and innovation
About Our Client
Our client is a mission-critical DoD–Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that will lead, serve, and protect our country. They develop strategic systems for defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber end users on an international basis.
About APR Consulting
Since 1980, APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
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