POSITION: Technician – Manual Machinist (Aviation)

Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Auburn, Washington

Department: Machine Shop (4110)

Starting Hourly Pay Scale $25.00-$27.00

Overall Hourly Pay Scale $25.00-$36.85

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 5:55AM-2:30PM (40 hours/week), subject to overtime

SUMMARY:

This position is primarily responsible for machining aircraft parts using approved technical data. The position requires a reliable self-motivated machinist with the ability to read/write/understand the English language, following directions, and work in various teamwork settings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Machining aircraft parts using approved technical data.

· Work overtime and holidays on short notice.

· Follow customer’s special instructions and requirements.

· Follow all company procedures and policies.

· Follow all safety and security policies and regulations.

· Back up department functions, cross-train in other departments and perform other duties as assigned

· Report to work on a regular and consistent basis.

REQUIRED ABILITY TO:

· Read and understand component maintenance/overhaul manuals.

· Use continual process improvement to streamline jobs.

· Hold tolerance as close as +/- .0005”.

· Set-up and operate manual/conventional machines, along with the basic use of ALL machine shop precision tools and bore gages.

· Be a reliable self-starter.

· Demonstrate the use of common hand tools.

· Demonstrate the use of balance machines, micrometers, dial calipers, and pressure gauges.

· Demonstrate good verbal and written communication skills in English.

· Build alliances, partnerships and collaborate with co-workers in a tactful, professional and respectful manner. Be a team player with strong interpersonal skills.

· Resolve workplace differences and conflicts to achieve goals and objectives in a professional manner.

· Foster an atmosphere of new ideas, input and creative solutions when faced with challenges.

· Listen to others attentively and retain/process information effectively.

· Promote a professional culture that is trustworthy, honest, and socially responsible while championing an energetic and positive work culture.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

· High School degree or equivalent.

· Strong manual machining abilities, utilizing lathes and mills.

· Competent in machine shop mathematical practices.

· This position requires drug testing and criminal background check in accordance with FAA regulations.

· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

DESIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Previous experience working in an aircraft machine shop environment.
• Owns conventional machining tools such as: calipers, micrometers (up to 3”), adjustable wrenches, pliers, wire cutters, test indicators, travel indicators, dead blow hammer, 6” scale, thread pitch gauge, etc.
• Experience with:
  • Trigonometry
  • Honing
  • Surface Grinding
  • EZ Track
  • MasterCam
  • SolidWorks
  • Bearing Swaging knowledge both on and off machine
  • Ability to set-up and operate a CNC lathe and/or mill.
  • Ability to operate HAAS CNC lathe and/or mill.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

· Continuous work in production setting.

· Flexibility to work long hours and occasional weekends

· Long periods of time standing

Why Work For Us?

We offer competitive pay and benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance
• Vacation, Personal Time Off, and Holiday Pay
• Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer contribution of $500 a year
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan with discretionary employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Perks
• Career growth and community involvement
• Tool/Safety Shoe Reimbursement Program and mileage reimbursement for substance testing.