SUMMARY OF POSITION

This position is responsible for set-up and operation of Horizontal and 5-Axis mill machines. This position performs a pivotal role in building high Quality and reliability into our machined components for fixed and rotary-wing aircraft.

This position is in Northstar’s Manufacturing Department, and reports to the Production Supervisor. The position works with all levels of employees throughout the organization as necessary, but does not direct the work of other employees. This is a full-time position.

Accountability:

The essential duties and responsibilities of this position are listed below. This list is not all inclusive and may be amended by Northstar, from time to time.

• Set-up and run Horizontal and 5-Axis mills to machine complex rotor craft housings.
• Produce High Quality at the Source. Coordinates effort with data from CMM reports.
• Prove out new CNC programs during New Product Introduction.
• Team with Engineering to develop class leading manufacturing processes.
• Implement New Technologies for our machining processes and work-holding solutions.
• Knowledge of materials and cutting conditions.
• Participates in daily GEMBA and Kaizen events.
• Adheres to required safety and housekeeping standards and practices

Essential Skills and Experience:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Ten (10) years of CNC milling experience within the Aerospace/Military Industry.
• Insight into the value of Lean Manufacturing with respect to Product Velocity and elimination of waste.
• Expert knowledge of Blue print reading and GD&T required.
• Knowledge of Mazatrol and Okuma controls and previous experience running FMS is helpful.
• Able to work in a challenging and schedule driven environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to pass off/coordinate progress with tangent shifts.
• Must be professional with a positive attitude and a solid work history.
• Able to pass a pre-employment and random drug screen.

Reporting to This Position

No direct reports

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to climbing, standing, stooping, bending, stretching, crouching and working in tiring and uncomfortable position.  They will also be required to lift 40 pounds and stand or walk 70% of the time.  The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in a heavy machinery environment. 

EEO STATEMENT
Northstar Aerospace is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

NOTICE REQUIREMENTS
EEO: https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

FMLA: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf

EPPA: https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppac.pdf

E-Verify: https://e-verify.uscis.gov/esp/media/resourcescontents/e-verify_participation_poster.pdf

Right to Work: https://e-verify.uscis.gov/emp/media/resourcesContents/webBpPosterrtowenglishversion.pdf

Alternative application methods are available for individuals who are unable to use or access our online application system. For assistance, please contact us at bamaya@nsaero.com