Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and detailed drawing
- Monitors and adjusts schedule to respond to internal production requirements
- Troubleshoot parts and machine problems
- Set-up and operate CNC machines to very close tolerances.
- Use calipers or other measuring instruments in order to perform quality control checks on parts in-process and upon completion.
- Ability to build tooling.
- Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly manner.
- Recommend changes to processes or procedures to improve quality and productivity.
- Exercise care and safe work practices - work requires close tolerances and fine finishes. Tasks may include developmental parts, depending upon production, demands and product mix.
- Solve problems and deviations in accordance with previous training; interact with programmers to find solutions to new or unusual problems.
- Perform necessary tasks and paperwork for the proper movement and control of parts.
- Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations in a manufacturing environment
- Performs other related duties as required.
Specialized Knowledge or Abilities:
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Extensive experience in operating and programming CNC machines
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and blueprints
- Expertise in using precision measuring instruments and gauges
- Ability to perform complex machining operations on a variety of materials
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced and changing work environment
- Language: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before employees of organization.
- Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office, Solidworks & Esprit programming software
- Reasoning Abilities: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
- Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills, strict attention to detail and the ability to multi-task and prioritize as necessary.
Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Work Experience:
- Five (5) years related experience, Hands-on experience through apprenticeships or on-the-job training is essential while proficient in CNC technology and metalworking. Post-secondary certificates or associate degrees in machining or manufacturing are preferred.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear; and required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The associate may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Skills Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Five (5) years related hands-on CNC machining experience
- Set up and operate CNC machines, including programming and producing to close tolerances
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and detailed drawings
- Use precision measuring instruments and gauges (calipers) for in-process and final inspection
- Perform dimensional inspection, data collection, and complete production paperwork
- Troubleshoot parts and machine problems and interact with programmers on solutions
- Ability to build tooling
- Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations in a manufacturing environment
- DOT-FAA drug test required (safety-sensitive position)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Proficiency in SolidWorks
- Proficiency in Esprit programming software
- Ability to perform complex machining operations on a variety of materials
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence; effective communication skills
HEICO Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about HEICO and has not been reviewed or approved by HEICO.
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Retirement Support — The company maintains a long‑standing 401(k) program with company matching available to nearly all U.S. employees, with matches sometimes delivered in company stock. Official materials indicate broad participation and subsidiary‑level match structures.
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Flexible Benefits — The package spans medical, dental, vision, HSAs/FSAs, life and disability coverage, PTO and holidays, tuition reimbursement, an EAP, and various discounts, with multiple plan choices. Eligibility and specifics can differ by subsidiary.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness programs such as health fairs, screenings, flu shots, and on‑site classes appear alongside fitness, retail, and entertainment discounts. These offerings complement core coverage and support day‑to‑day wellbeing.
HEICO Insights
What We Do
HEICO Corporation, through its subsidiaries, engages in the design, manufacture, and sale of aerospace, defense, and electronics related products and services in the United States and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Flight Support Group (FSG/HEICO Aerospace) and Electronic Technologies Group (ETG). HEICO Aerospace offers jet engine and aircraft component replacement parts. It also involves in manufacturing specialty aircraft/defense related parts; offering thermal insulation blankets primarily for aerospace, defense, and commercial applications; subcontracting for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs); providing specialty parts as a subcontractor for aerospace and industrial OEMs, and the United States government. In addition, this segment distributes hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electro-mechanical components for the aviation markets.
