Machinist

Job Description

FLSA:

Non- Exempt

Department:

Backshop

Job Title:

Machinist

Reports To:

Lead Machinist

DOT/ NON- DOT:

DOT

Position Summary

Perform a basic to advanced level skilled work to accomplish sheet metal repairs and replacements of structural parts.  Fabricate replacement covering, panels, or fairings by using the removed parts as samples. Reads and complies with instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

1

Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output

2

Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping

3

Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job

4

Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job

5

Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues

6

Determine and program size of batches and speed of machine

7

Monitor output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects

8

Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages

9

Reads instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work.

10

Performs other duties as assigned.

Key Interactions

Internal

Departments or Job Titles

Purpose

Immediate Manager/ Supervisor and other Maintenance Leadership

Department Leads

Other department employees and contract employees

External

Businesses or Organization

Purpose

Businesses or Organization

Corporate and OpCO employees

Customers

Vendors

Position Profile

Required

Desired

Level

Academic Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required; Vocational school or apprenticeship preferred

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Languages

Read, speak, write, and understand the English language.

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Special Licenses

Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate is preferred; Airframe Familiarization (FAM) course certificates preferred

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Previous Experience

Minimum 18 months of relevant experience providing knowledge of narrow and wide body airframe techniques, terminology, parts, etc.

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Technical Skills

Individual will perform daily transactions within Flightstar’s ERP system, vending (POU), as well as research customer’s maintenance manuals.

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CNC machining experience VF2 3 axis machine.

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Required Skills

Lifts and carries hand tools, parts, and work materials; ascends and descends ladders and platforms; and frequently works in a variety of positions such as stooping, kneeling or squatting.

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Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail

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Great verbal and written communication skills

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Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc.)

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Ability to use precision tools (e.g. calipers) to take accurate measurements

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Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals

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Knowledge of metal properties and other material

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Outstanding mathematical skills and analytical abilities

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Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items

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