Job Type
Full-time
Description
Company Background & Summary:
Votaw Precision Technologies is a trusted leader in the manufacturing of complex precision components, assemblies, and systems for the aerospace, defense, and industrial sectors. With a strong reputation for technical excellence, quality craftsmanship, and on-time delivery, Votaw supports some of the world's most demanding programs through its advanced manufacturing capabilities. The company specializes in precision machining, fabrication, welding, and complex assembly operations for mission-critical applications. Votaw Precision Technologies is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering best-in-class solutions to its customers.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced VTL Machinist to join our growing night shift team. This position will play a crucial role in the success of our large-scale machined, end-item projects by being responsible and fully accountable for the successful execution and customer satisfaction. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in complex machined components and flight hardware, with a thorough understanding of space-flight structures, proficiency in interpreting technical drawings, blueprints, and schematics with a keen eye for detail. This role requires a process-oriented individual with excellent communication skills and a desire to contribute to a growing company. Previous machining and manufacturing experience in a similar job shop environment is a significant asset. This role is responsible for the operation, set-up & utilization of the VTL milling machines as well as other processes used.
Primary Functions and Responsibilities:
- Inspect manufactured components for conformance to specifications
- Ability to set up and operate vertical turning lathes
- Support for programming, ensuring proper use of programs & tools
- Ability to work from travelers, blueprints, set up sheets, drawings and/or verbal instructions as well as limited judgment and experience to plan and accomplish goals.
- Able to use appropriate measuring devices, such as calipers, micrometers, height gages, plug gages, etc.
- Maintain a clean work area daily as required.
- The Machinist-VTL position will report to the Machine Shop Manager.
Skills, Education, and Experience:
- Able to understand complex machining theory and strategy.
- Ability to manage and prioritize a high number of set-ups and short run jobs
- Able to understand and interrogate complex mechanical drawings and tolerances
- Technical Degree or equivalency is preferred
- Ability to use common machine shop hand and measurement tools.
- Ability to set-up and run multiple CNC Machines in a fast paced environment.
- Fixture design, fabrication, and manual machining experience is a plus.
- Ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
- Understand and follow Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance standard (GD&T).
- Strong math skills required.
- Aerospace experience a plus. 5 yrs. minimum experience, 10+ yrs. preferred)
- Self-motivation, able to accomplish high level of work.
- Team player, actively participating in continuous improvement projects with coworkers.
- Demonstrate high skill level with the desire for continuous learning.
- Experience working in AS9100 and ISO environment
- Ability to troubleshoot and edit programs.
- Must own tools appropriate to the job being performed.
- Safety glasses required when in manufacturing environment.
- Hearing protection as needed.
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge, skills, education, and experience.
Votaw Precision Technologies, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets.
Salary Description
$30.00-$50.00/hr.