NC Operator

NC Operator

Job Description

Operates conventional, special purpose, and numerical control (NC) machines and machining centers (3 Axis) to mill shapes or patterns into the material on aerospace/aircraft parts by performing the following duties

Who are we?

Founded in 1849, Ducommun is the oldest company inCalifornia. Starting as a hardware supply store during the California Gold Rushand eventually assisted in the birth of the aerospace industry in SouthernCalifornia by providing aircraft aluminum to early aerospace pioneers likeLindbergh, Douglas and Lockheed.

Today Ducommun is a global provider of innovativemanufacturing solutions for customers in the aerospace, defense and industrialmarkets. We specialize in electronic and structural systems, producing complexproducts and components for commercial aircraft platforms, mission-criticalmilitary and space programs, and sophisticated industrial applications.

Our facility in Gardena, CA is aleading global supplier of large stretch formed aircraft skins, hot forming oftitanium, superplastic forming and complex fastened and weldedassemblies.

Essential Functions

Set up machines of 3 and 5axis and fixtures to machine production parts with in standard time.
Sets up all tools.
Verifies part conformity using precision measuring equipment as required.
Performs related bench work.
Starts and observes machineoperation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining
Verifies conformance offinished work piece to specifications
Reads/follows shop order/planning instructions, maintains material traceability and performs written entries into shop orders as required
Read drilling or routingoperations set up to carry out the specified operation
Determines tools required to perform a variety of close tolerance drilling, tapping and milling operations
Pull required fixtures, holding devices and materials
Insert tools in tool holders and installs per-set tools in machine
Adjusts tool travel distances, may make program adjustments as required
Ability to program as needed to support production
Inputs required program instructions
Monitors machine operations
Inspects machined parts to ensure job specifications are maintained
Stock inventory and puttools away in proper place
Ensure machinery and areais kept clean and maintained
May operate multiple machines.

Skills & Qualifications

Previous CNC machine operation experience required
Previous Fanuc and Siemens control experience helpful.
Has proficiency in basic shop math skills and understands machining practices in a variety of materials
Ability to read shop blueprints
Must apply common sense understanding and carry out instructions from written, verbal or diagram form
Ability to use measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers
Strong mechanical aptitude desired

High school diploma or general degree (GED) education or equivalent
5 years of experience in CNC Machining use of Fanuc and Siemens controls helpful.
Math Skills - Must know shop math i.e. trigonometry, decimals, fractions.
Basic Computer Skills - able to learn new screens, spreadsheet, reports, functions and simple software programs with assistance

Base Compensation: USD 20.00 - 25.00 PaidHourly

Equal Opportunity EmployerVeterans/Disabled

268 E. Gardena Road
Gardena, California, 90248
United States