Machine Operator (CNC)

About us:

This position is for RTC Aerospace’s sister company, Vanderhorst Brothers, Inc. (VBI) located in Simi Valley, CA.  VBI is a team of highly skilled professionals from a variety of backgrounds. We work together to support our customers through expertise, cooperation, innovation, and a shared sense of urgency. We actively seek challenging projects, and we drive our industry forward by investing in the latest machinery, technology, and production techniques.

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 

Machine Operator will have the exemplary manufacturing skills, a working knowledge and experience on a variety of machines and controls, and a dedication to being part of a world class manufacturing team.

What you’ll be doing as a Machine Operator:

• Working a Full-time, onsite position at our Simi Valley, CA location.
• Preferred shift time is Monday - Friday, 7am – 4:30pm. Other shift times may also be available.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and informs lead person of discrepancies.
• Thoroughly inspects first part run.
• Meets job standard times with minimal supervision.
• Recognizes production problems and informs supervisor.
• Understanding of basic machine language.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications using standard measuring tools.
• Reads and interprets manufacturing / Engineering drawings.
• Performs miscellaneous duties in the machine shop as directed.
• Follows all safety guidelines established by the Company, including proper use of equipment and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Available to work a full-time position with pre-determined shift times. 
• Works independently, follows instructions, can concentrate for long periods of time.
• Demonstrates a good attitude toward work and arrives on time for start of shift.
• Properly uses basic measuring tools (calipers, micrometer, indicators, etc.).
• Follows instructions and demonstrates strong attention to detail.
• Communicates well verbally and in writing.
• Mechanically inclined, with good manual dexterity.
• Team player with a can-do attitude.
• Strong skills and aptitude in math. 

Preferred Requirements: 

• One years’ experience in the manufacturing industry with knowledge of speeds and feeds.
• Experience with MS applications.
• Completion of vocational or college training in machine shop (Certificate of Completion of basic machining course.).

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 Machine Operator Compensation range for onsite California applicants is $18 – 21/hr. commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.

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