JOB SUMMARY
The position of Tool Room Machinist requires an intermediate skill level, responsible for developing machining methods, techniques, and processes to repair turbine engine components to specifications. Additionally, this position will assist in developing tooling to perform or improve performance in other processes.
This position is a part of a large Machining Department comprised of CNC VTL, Mill, Grind and Manual Mill and VTL, Tooling, R&D, CNC Programming and dedicated machinist trainers.
The Tool Room Machinist will work alongside other highly skilled machinists, which allows a continuous interaction of techniques, knowledge, print reading and interpretation. You will become familiar with various types of repairs and equipment, while expanding your skills all under the supervision of a professional team of machinists and engineers. As your skills and knowledge increase, so will your work scope and responsibilities.
The position performs its primary functions in a climate-controlled and modern state-of-the-art facility.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Component Repair Technologies (CRT) is a locally family-owned business, with operations in Mentor, OH since 1985. Our staff of approximately five hundred dedicated team-members, many of whom have been onboard for decades, are the key reason for the success of the company.
CRT specializes in the repair and overhaul of turbine engine components with our customers being the world’s largest airlines and jet engine manufacturers. CRT is a global leader in the aerospace and marine turbine engine repair sector with authorizations from the Federal Aviation Administration and other world regulatory bodies.
Our commitment is focused on our valued employees, customers, and community. Take the next career step and bring your openness to learning new skills to CRT and discover the advantages of working with a privately owned family business.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Responsible for the coordination, design (in partnership with engineering) and repair of tooling and fixtures from concept to the machining of the final product.
2. Develop machining methods, techniques, and processes to repair turbine engine components to specifications as a stand-alone machinist or working in unison with the Process Engineers and Research & Development.
3. Develop and perform machining processes on high alloy materials to turn, mill, or grind turbine engine parts such as bushings, pins, threaded inserts and similar.
4. Troubleshoot existing tooling and fixtures with the ability to conceptualize an idea and required work scope, verbal instructions, and general concept drawings.
5. Participate in problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts.
6. Communicate on a regular basis with engineers, training coordinator, and other machinists to improve skill set levels, final product, and repair processes of turbine engine components.
7. May be required to participate in repair development projects for new programs or repair development of new repairs for existing programs.
8. Follow both written and verbal work instructions, work sketches, and use shop math and trigonometry.
9. Identifies and corrects machining problems relative to tools and tool holders, collets, and chucks.
10. Accurately record findings on provided work instructions and documentation.
11. Contribute to the training process and offer expertise in the OJT program for various levels of machinist technicians.
12. Participate in certain production runs (jobs) and work in any department to help troubleshoot or develop tooling.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Three to five years Tool Room experience (or similar) as a machinist with knowledge or familiarity in one, all, or a combination of:
a. Machining skill (Set Level 2), to include the set up and operation of:
i. Manual lathe.
ii. CNC Mill.
iii. Bridgeport.
iv. Surface grinder.
2. Two plus years of experience in creative problem solving on:
a. Machine setups.
b. Tooling.
c. Fixturing.
3. Two plus years’ experience in the understanding of:
a. GD&T
b. Reading and the interpretation of shop drawings and technical diagrams.
4. Experience in:
a. High strength alloy metal
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
1. Technical high school diploma, machinist trade school or equivalent work experience.
2. Set-up experience with tooling and fixtures with the ability to follow instructions per technical drawings or work instructions.
3. Familiar with shop math principles and basic trigonometry.
4. General skills such as use of hand-held power tools, files, assembly and disassembly.
5. Read, write, speak, understand English, and be able to communicate with other employees.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
1. This position has pre-employment testing requirements that may require fitness for duty testing and a vision exam.
2. Follow general shop safety procedures including the occasional use of safety glasses, safety toe shoes, and hearing protection.
3. Stand and/or sit for portions of the shift. Move parts (>50 pounds) using hoists, slings, carts, or other handling methods. Move less heavy parts (<50 pounds) with or without hoists, slings, or carts.
COMPANY BENEFITS
Our employees and families are the number one asset at CRT. A progressive and innovative benefits package is in place, such as:
1. CRT currently offers two excellent health care options, one being a fully funded program (no premiums for employee and family) and the other being a traditional employee premium contribution. Programs include health, vision, and dental coverages. Additional programs include short- and long-term disability and life insurance.
2. The company offers a 401k program that will match up to 6% of your contributions and distributes annual cash bonuses based on the performance of the company.
3. Continuing education is offered via multiple sources and opportunities with tuition reimbursement based on eligibility requirements.
4. Traditional paid time off (PTO) is offered via vacation days and personal days.
5. Multiple shift opportunities with hourly premiums for off-shifts are offered.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PARTICIPATION
Component Repair Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/H/V.
CRT is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace and promoting the health and well-being of its employees. It is the Company’s policy to only hire individuals who do not use drugs. All candidates will be screened for drug use prior to hire. Employment opportunities at CRT are open to all qualified applicants solely on the basis of their job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. CRT complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws with regard to equal employment opportunity.
