TJ Aerospace is a growing Aerospace manufacturing company specializing in milling/fabricating small to large high precision-machined and tight tolerance parts in Garden Grove, California.
Job Summary
The CNC Machinist is responsible for the daily operations of the machines in their area (milling, turning and mill/turn) and the quality of the end product.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The primary duties and responsibilities of the Milling CNC Machinist consist of but are not limited to:
Setup and operation of machines
Edit CNC programs
Perform in-process inspection of machined products (including documentation of results)
Complete and maintain paperwork for parts
Complete secondary operations i.e. deburr, polish, etc. in cycle time per print and process
Perform total productive machine maintenance
Prolonged standing with occasional twisting (80-90% of the workday)
Maintain balance when completing machine set-up, production, and maintenance duties
Continuous use of hands and upper extremities in fine and gross manipulation using various wrist positions and grip/pinch spans to operate equipment, push buttons, carry boxes, push carts, etc.
Frequent grip with tools requiring torque to tighten machine parts
Lifting parts/tools
Able to lift up to 70lbs
Must be able to meet customer demand requirements for performing visual inspection and/or other product acceptance activities with or without accommodation
Exhibit a working knowledge of health and safety, responsible for safety awareness, while upholding and improving the culture of safety within the organization. Identify opportunities for improvement and take action if appropriate, before a problem occurs. Report potential hazards, unsafe working conditions, unsafe equipment, unsafe acts, and injuries immediately
Other tasks as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements: H.S. Diploma or equivalent
Required: Two-year certificate in machine trades
Preferred: 5+ years’ experience in CNC machining
Accountabilities:
Detects and reports defective materials or questionable conditions to the department manager
Perform to established production standards
Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition and follows prescribed safety procedures at all times
Authorities:
Stop the machine or process if safety, quality, or productivity standards are compromised
Competencies:
Knowledge of advanced setup, machine speeds and feeds for materials and tools
Able to read and interpret blueprints, use simple math to perform basic calculations, and use basic hand-held measuring tools
Proficient in GD&T
Understanding of tools required to check products to guarantee part quality
Experience working with tight tolerances
Experience using manual inspection equipment
Knowledge of CMM & VCMM
Experience with g-code programming
Demonstrated quality record
Highly detailed
Strong mechanical aptitude
Must have a good command of the English language, both written and spoken
Proficient in various computer software applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook
Excellent problem-solving skills
Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision
Able to work both independently and as a team
Self-starter with great analytical skills
