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Job Description

EBAD seeks a qualified candidate for the position CNC Machinist, reporting to the Machine Shop manager . The position is for 2nd shift and is located in Moorpark, CA.

The position is responsible for fabricating precision-machined parts by setting up and operating CNC machining center or lathe per work orders, routers, & blueprints. Parts are smaller in size. Most runs are short, 10 to 500 pieces.

Responsibilities:

• Ability to evaluate blue print and develop machining strategy

• Identify tooling to machine hardware.

• Assemble tooling used to machine hardware.

• Running first piece machine set-up ready for inspection.

• Verifying parts by using precision measuring equipment.

• Changing tools and offsets based in cutting conditions when running CNC.

• Using proper methodology and cutting tools to produce quality parts that adhere to production and quality standards.

• Set-up multiple spindle lathes with live tooling.

• Set-up 5 axis mills through 1st part machine set-up.

• Swiss Screw machine experience a plus

• Using proper feeds, speeds, and other cutting parameters based on work piece material such as aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium, cutting conditions, etc.

• Revising programs as needed based on engineering or production required changes.

• Participating in troubleshooting on CNC programming and production related issues on the shop floor.

• Be able to machine prototype hardware 1 off and/or production runs.

• Other similar or related duties as required.

• Deburr parts when necessary.

• Communicate clearly with opposite shift and leadership.

  Requirements :

• Must be able to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints.

• 5 years minimum experience in multi axis CNC lathes and/or Mills.

• DMG DMU experience a plus

• Machine setup for complex hardware experience.

• 5 years minimum experience running manual machines mills and lathes with little to no supervision a plus:

• Experience machining material titanium, stainless, aluminum, plastics and other std aerospace materials.

• Experience operating CNC swiss type (screw machine) a plus.

• ESPRIT, Master Cam programming software experience a plus.

• Knowledge of GD&T, blueprint reading and inspection tools

• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Be able to communicate technical instructions with engineering department.

• Work with little or no supervision, previous lead experience a plus.

• Minimum High school education or equivalent.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate with others effectively in both written and verbal fashion.

  Compensation:

  Salary Range: $40,000 - $90,000 per year. Salary is determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Ensign-Bickford Aerospace & Defense Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, or veteran status.

Ensign-Bickford Industries, (http://e-bind.com) (EBI), founded in 1836, is a privately-owned high technology conglomerate that participates in businesses that are relevant to the future of the world and have multigenerational growth prospects. Over the last 186 years, EBI has grown into a global science and technology leader in pet food science, space and defense, and diagnostic solutions. Our businesses are unified by a common shared operating system and a common set of Core Values.

Watch the video above to learn more about some of the incredible challenges we take on every day to deliver the best product for our customers, and ultimately the world. The simple truth is: When you are a part of our team, you stand head and shoulders above the rest.

We conduct business in a manner that reflects the highest human and ethical standards, with a commitment to mutually beneficial partnerships, and a belief in the efficacy of genuine economic and social service.

Click here to learn about our Core Values (https://ensign-bickfordind.com/ebi-core-values/)

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