FEC- CNC Machinist III

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What's your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense it's the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We're one of the nation's leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it's like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here:
Job Title: CNC Machinist III
Shift: 1st
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Job Summary:
The company, now part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, is rapidly growing and in need of a Machinist III. The successful candidate will be responsible for setting up and operating CNC mills and/or lathe, while also understanding machining centers, lathes, and other equipment to produce parts to tight tolerances within .001. Experience programming at machine is a big plus. FEC offers a unique working environment that allows a hands-on individual to develop and grow as the company expands its footprint and maintains high performance as a trusted defense contractor.
Key Responsibilities:

• Operate 3 or 4 axis machining centers to perform precision machining operations
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Analyze data and production reports
• Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output
• Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job
• Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping
• Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job
• Determine and program size of batches, speed of machine etc.
• Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues
• Check output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects
• Keep records of approved and defective units or final products
• Set-up and operate manual and CNC machines to manufacture parts to meet engineering blueprints.
• Work closely with CNC programmer to ensure that programs manufacture parts that meet drawing specifications.
• Support maintenance of tooling, identifying tooling needs and sharpening tooling as necessary
• Operation of one or more CNC machines under the direction of supervisors
• Load programs and perform simple edits as needed
• Adhere to company Malpractice & Ethics Policies

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (Preferred) or GED
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Manual and/or CNC Machining Experience
• 3 axis CNC Mills
• G&M Code editing a plus
• Must be able to use indicators and setting starting coordinates
• Use of basic measuring tools
• Understand X,Y,Z coordinates
• Ability to set up machine and operate it independently (change cutters) adjust speeds, feeds and edits
• Troubleshooting skills a plus.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
• Minimum of 3 years of machining experience. Experience on CNC Mills, Manual Lathes and Mills is preferred.
• Ability to interpret shop drawings, layouts and sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work pieces, sequence of operation, and set-up requirements
• Experience using calipers, micrometers, gauges and other precision measuring instruments is required
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to troubleshoot
• Good coordination, motor skills, and dexterity
• Creative thinking and idea generation
• Significant manufacturing experience
• Ability to communicate information clearly
• Ability to collaborate with others and work independently

Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.
This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.
Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Other details

• Job Function Operations
• Pay Type Hourly

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