CNC Operator III- 2nd shift

Howmet Fastening Systems (HFS) is seeking a CNC Operator III- 2nd Shift for the Fullerton, CA site. HFS is a business unit of Howmet Aerospace, headquartered in Torrance, California.  We hold the number one global position in aerospace fastening systems, and we’re the North American leader in commercial transportation fasteners. Our high-tech, multi-material fastening systems are found nose to tail on aircraft and aerospace engines. Our products are also critical components of industrial gas turbines, automobiles, commercial transportation vehicles, and construction and industrial equipment. Requires the setup, operation and troubleshooting of CNC controlled machine tools to perform any sequence of programmed operation using programs and tool layouts provided.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Selects and sets proper tooling as identified on tool layout to correspond with program. 
• Makes set-ups by using typical tooling fixtures and indicating target diameters, hole alignments, or spindle run-out.
• Programs, loads and proves out program and runs and self-inspects first article samples.  Adjusts set-up as necessary to conform to dimensions and tolerances.
• Completes as directed all necessary documentation for each set-up.  Such as S.P.C. charts, set-up checklist, first article verification, etc.
• Run, monitor and troubleshoot equipment in production, adjusting set-up as necessary.
• Monitor tool life and dimensional characteristics of product.  Replenish tooling as directed. 
• Monitor process using S.P.C. techniques.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance procedures on equipment.  Assists maintenance in troubleshooting equipment by applying knowledge of individual machine characteristics.
• Reads blueprints and has the knowledge to use micrometers, calipers, comparators, thread gauges, depth micrometers and dial indicators as needed.
• Keeps work area clean, safe and in an orderly fashion on a daily basis.
• Performs other tasks of equal or lesser skill as required.