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CNC Operator II - First Shift

Howmet Aerospace
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Mar 2025
💰 $58,000/yr($36,360/yr – $58,000/yr)

About the role

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a CNC Operator located in Fullerton, CA. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California.  We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we’re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

Requires, under guidance of senior personnel, the operation of CNC controlled machine tools to perform any sequence of programmed operation using programs and tool layouts provided.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Selects and sets proper tooling as identified on tool layout to correspond with program. 
  • Makes set-ups by using typical tooling fixtures and indicating target diameters, hole alignments, or spindle run-out.
  • Loads and proves out program and runs and self-inspects first article samples.  Adjusts set-up as necessary to conform to dimensions and tolerances.
  • Completes as directed all necessary documentation for each set-up.  Such as S.P.C. charts, set-up checklist, first article verification, etc.
  • Run, monitor and troubleshoot equipment in production, adjusting set-up as necessary.
  • Monitor tool life and dimensional characteristics of product.  Replenish tooling as directed. 
  • Monitor process using S.P.C. techniques.
  • Parts to be lifted and/or transported may weigh up to 30 lbs.      
  • Reads blueprints and has the knowledge to use micrometers, calipers, comparators, thread gauges, depth micrometers and dial indicators as needed.
  • Keeps work area clean, safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis.
  • Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.

 

Supervisory Responsibilities                                           

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

Competencies                                                

Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

Oral Communication - Speaks English clearly and listens and gets clarification when needed; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.

Written Communication - Presents numerical data in a legible manner; Able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Treats people with respect; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Organizational Support - Follows all policies and procedures; Upholds organizational values

Professionalism - Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

Quality/Quantity - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.

Attendance/Punctuality/Dependability - Is consistently at work and on time; Uses time efficiently; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience - High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred; minimum of two years related experience and/or training in machine shop operation running a variety of machine shop equipment including CNC equipment; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills - Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to complete routine documentation.  Ability to speak clearly and effectively with managers, supervisors and coworkers. 

Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

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