CNC TURN / LATHE OPERATOR, 2nd Shift

What We Do:

Hi-Tek Manufacturing, Inc. is a cutting-edge facility specializing in the production of hot gas path (HGP) components and other aviation and power generation turbine engine parts. As a supplier to all major turbine engine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), we are a full-service facility dedicated to the complete processing of unique alloy components. Since our establishment in 1980, our ongoing success has enabled us to expand and become one of the leading manufacturers in the turbine engine industry. We offer a comprehensive range of manufacturing services designed to meet the most stringent specifications and quality requirements. Precision is vital when machining for aircraft and gas turbine engines. At Hi-Tek, we have continuously enhanced our capabilities and broadened our operations to support our customers' evolving needs for over 40 years. Our extensive experience and expertise in machining processes such as Fast Hole, Wire and Sinker EDM, Laser Processing, and working with Super Alloys are unmatched in the industry. We have not only consistently expanded our machinery, but we also employ the very best workers who are experts in their fields.

Health and Safety:

The safety and well-being of every employee are a top priority at Hi Tek Manufacturing. Our facility is exceptionally clean and temperature-controlled, equipped with multiple air-handling and filtration systems to maintain the highest quality environment possible. Each new employee receives comprehensive safety training and is provided with the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for their specific tasks. Additionally, we conduct periodic training throughout the year to review the latest safety standards and federal, state, and local regulations, including the locations of Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and other safety initiatives. Hi Tek Manufacturing boasts the best time-loss accident record in the aerospace industry, reflecting our commitment to the philosophy that every employee deserves the right to return home injury-free each day.

What You Will Do:

The 2nd Shift CNC Turn/Lathe Operator reports to the Shift Supervisor and is responsible for adhering to all policies and procedures related to the various parts and equipment they are trained and certified to operate. Operators are also tasked with loading and unloading parts to meet production demands, inspecting parts with different precision measuring tools, accepting or rejecting parts based on quality, and communicating any changes verbally and in writing.

Essential Tasks:

• Operate regular (horizontal) or VTL (vertical) lathe machines
• Analyze and interpret Op sheets, blueprints, mechanical drawings, and travelers to produce products that meet or exceed customer specifications
• Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to customer specifications, using precision measuring tools and equipment as necessary (micrometers, calipers, gauges [pin, thread, indicator, height], optical comparators, and coordinate measuring machines [CMM]
• Maintain working knowledge of CNC principles, including G and M codes
• Maintain working knowledge of rotary/linear axes
• Selects, aligns, and secures fixtures, tooling, and workpieces on machines as necessary to machine parts as required
• Analyze and interpret CMM reports and properly offset machine dimensions to meet customer specifications
• Perform deburring operations to within specified tolerances
• Document actions by updating control charts, travelers, and reporting labor in the ERP system
• Perform under AS9100 quality standards and NADCAP accreditation
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment by performing daily housekeeping duties
• Any other duties as assigned to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and abide by our organization’s values
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishment
• Effective communication and people skills to maintain a working relationship with Quality, Engineering, and Management
• Dependability, integrity, cooperation, and taking the initiative for work responsibilities and challenges are critical
• Always take ownership and be accountable for your actions
• Reliable attendance and a respectful demeanor are necessary
• Follow all Hi-Tek policies and procedures, including the use of proper PPE

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED required
• CNC Machining certificate from a Trade School or acceptable work experience in lieu of schooling
• Must meet the ITAR definition of §120.15 U.S. person
• Lathe, Shaft, or turning experience required - Min 1 yr
• Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment, aerospace industry strongly preferred
• Experience with G & M codes preferred

Key Competencies:

• The ability to work efficiently with others or independently as required
• Integrity and conscientiousness in all work-related matters
• Safety-conscious always
• Reliable attendance within acceptable standards of attendance policy
• Complex problem-solving with critical math skills
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Must be able to clearly communicate information to others verbally and in writing in English

Physical Demand Levels:

• Lift, push, and/or pull up to thirty-five pounds regularly
• Operate overhead crane or other lifting equipment when necessary
• Stand at least 95% of the scheduled shift
• Walking or climbing stairs as needed to perform job duties as assigned
• Routinely perform reaching, twisting, bending, and grasping to move and set tools, equipment, and materials
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color perception, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 20/20 vision (natural or corrected) required with the ability to pass annual vision test as required

Shift: Monday through Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. This hourly position has a generous shift differential and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and success!

Hi-Tek is a drug-free workplace that conducts pre-employment drug and background and random drug screenings.

EEO Statement: Hi-Tek is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values and respects the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. The company's policy is to recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job titles without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity. We recognize that diversity and inclusion are driving forces in our company's success.