CNC; VTL Machinist - 1st & 2nd Shift

CNC (VTL) Machinist - 1st & 2nd Shift

PCX Aerosystems is a premier supplier of flight-critical mechanical systems and structures to leading aerospace OEMs and the US Government. With roots going back to the dawn of the helicopter age, PCX today is a private equity owned acquisition platform tasked with building a defense-focused, balanced portfolio of companies that manufacture, assemble and perform overhaul and repair services for a variety of fixed-wing and rotorcraft programs.

Several of our businesses provide metal and composite components for space applications including satellites, spacecraft and rockets. Headquartered in Newington, Connecticut, we offer a competitive compensation & benefits package and a business culture which rewards performance. For additional information on PCX Aerosystems, please visit our website at

PCX Aerosystems currently has operations in Long Beach and Santa Ana, CA;
Boylston, MA; and Newington, Enfield and Manchester CT. Each of these locations has a unique history, and we strive to maintain local entrepreneurial freedom, supported by the strength that comes from being part of a larger organization. Our workforce includes Associates in a wide variety of disciplines, including Engineering, Manufacturing, Program Management, Sourcing, Sales, Quality, Finance and Human Resources. The PCX Aerosystems teams seek to safely deliver on our customers' toughest requirements, while living our values, every day.

We are a company that embraces diversity.

PCX Aerosystems is an equal opportunity employer.

Set-up and operated VTL lathes, mills and grinders to cut raw materials. Troubleshot machinery and programming issues to exceed production goals. Adjusted offsets daily based on work orders and changing production needs. Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in set up of CNC vertical and horizontal turning lathes.
• Must have knowledge in the use of precision measuring equipment and thickness gauge instruments and their applications.
• A strong understanding in blueprint reading and geometric tolerancing interpretation.
• Intermediate knowledge of cutting tools, boring bars, inserts and tool holding devices associated with their function.
• Ability to follow planning and written instructions is a must.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing work environment and have the ability to deal with frequent change and delays and/or unexpected events.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts and changing work schedules.
• Required math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, geometry, and algebra needed for fabrication of critical Aerospace components.
• CNC programming skills is a plus.
• Past experience with G & L Mori Seiki, Shibaura, Haas turning lathe equipment is a plus.
• Experience with Fanuc controls.
• Flexible enough to perform duties as required by Management.

Pay Range: $28.00 to $34.00 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential for 2nd shift

• Support operators on adjoining shifts with the loading and unloading of parts and fixtures to ensure a smooth transition of work and their instructions.
• Responsible for setting of tool, offsets, simple edits as instructed by the programmer.
• Responsible for detecting and reporting equipment malfunctions and possible out of tolerance conditions before they happen.
• Responsible for communication between departments such as Quality, Production Control, to help resolve any Quality and/or Programming concerns.
• Responsible for daily P.M. of machines to ensure they are in good working order.
• Responsible for maintaining a clean and organized work area.
• Required to comply with company policies and procedures as well as all state and federal regulations.

• Shift: Second
• Full-Time/Part-Time:
  Full-Time
• Location:
  
  PCX Aerosystems, Long Beach
• Category:
  Machine Shop
• Requirement Number: MAC-25-00007
• Position: CNC (VTL) Machinist
• Number of Openings: 2
• Exempt/Non-Exempt:
  Non-Exempt
• Hiring Manager(s):
  Adriana Olivares

This position is currently accepting applications.

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