The position of an experienced Manual VTL Machinist Technician is designed for a knowledgeable and skilled individual in multiple fields of machining. This position is responsible for the machining of turbine engine components to achieve specified dimensions. Our customers are worldwide leaders in the fields of aerospace and marine industry sectors of turbine engine power. The final product must conform to the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications.

This position is a part of a large Machining Department comprised of CNC VTL, Mill, Grind and Manual Mill and VTL, Tool & Die, R&D, CNC Programming and dedicated machinist trainers.  The successful candidate will work alongside a team of experienced and professional machinists that will allow for continuous interaction of techniques, skill knowledge, print reading and interpretation of technical drawings.

The position performs its primary functions in a climate-controlled and modern state-of-the-art facility.

Duties and Responsibilities
1. Follow established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure full compliance with company safety policies and procedures.
2. Follow both written and verbal work instructions, use approved gauges and tools to inspect parts to determine required material removal using tooling, speeds, feeds and coolants. May require setting gages to approved master gages.
3. Operate machines to remove material to achieve required dimensions prior to the application of coatings, after application of finish coatings, or to establish part features. The loading and unloading parts are a part of the set-up.
4. Dimensional accuracy may require the use of inspection gauges, comparator, micrometers, calipers, and miscellaneous hand tools.
5. Identifies and corrects machining problems relative to tools, holders, collets and chucks.
6. Accurately record findings on provided work instructions and documentation.
7. Perform finishing operations when required, such as deburring, tapping, honing, and bench work.
8. From time-to-time, participate in the training process and offer expertise in the OJT program for various levels of machinist technicians.