Job Description
FLSA:
Non- Exempt
Department:
Backshop
Job Title:
Machinist
Reports To:
Lead Machinist
DOT/ NON- DOT:
DOT
Position Summary
Perform a basic to advanced level skilled work to accomplish sheet metal repairs and replacements of structural parts. Fabricate replacement covering, panels, or fairings by using the removed parts as samples. Reads and complies with instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
1
Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications of output
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Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping
3
Plan the sequence of necessary actions for the completion of a job
4
Select appropriate machines (e.g. lathes) and position or load material for a job
5
Monitor machine while working to adjust the feed, maintain temperature and identify issues
6
Determine and program size of batches and speed of machine
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Monitor output to ensure consistency with specifications and discard defects
8
Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor damages
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Reads instructions and safety information as necessary for proper and safe completion of assigned work.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Key Interactions
Internal
Departments or Job Titles
Purpose
Immediate Manager/ Supervisor and other Maintenance Leadership
Department Leads
Other department employees and contract employees
External
Businesses or Organization
Purpose
Businesses or Organization
Corporate and OpCO employees
Customers
Vendors
Position Profile
Required
Desired
Level
Academic Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED required; Vocational school or apprenticeship preferred
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Languages
Read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
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Special Licenses
Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate is preferred; Airframe Familiarization (FAM) course certificates preferred
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Previous Experience
Minimum 18 months of relevant experience providing knowledge of narrow and wide body airframe techniques, terminology, parts, etc.
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Technical Skills
Individual will perform daily transactions within Flightstar’s ERP system, vending (POU), as well as research customer’s maintenance manuals.
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CNC machining experience VF2 3 axis machine.
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Required Skills
Lifts and carries hand tools, parts, and work materials; ascends and descends ladders and platforms; and frequently works in a variety of positions such as stooping, kneeling or squatting.
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Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy and attention to detail
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Great verbal and written communication skills
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Experience in using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders etc.)
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Ability to use precision tools (e.g. calipers) to take accurate measurements
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Ability to read blueprints, schematics and manuals
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Knowledge of metal properties and other material
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Outstanding mathematical skills and analytical abilities
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Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items
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Equal Opportunity Employer
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or GED
- Vocational school or apprenticeship
- Read, speak, write, and understand English
- Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate
- Airframe Familiarization (FAM) course certificates
- Minimum 18 months relevant experience with narrow and wide body airframe techniques
- Perform daily transactions within Flightstar's ERP system and POU vending; research maintenance manuals
- CNC machining experience (VF2 3-axis machine)
- Experience using and/or programming manual, semi-automated or automated tools and machines (lathes, grinders)
- Ability to use precision tools (e.g., calipers) for accurate measurements
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and manuals
- Knowledge of metal properties and other materials
- Excellent manual dexterity, accuracy, attention to detail, and strong math/analytical skills
- Physical stamina and strength to lift heavy items and work in varied positions
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
What We Do
MRO Holdings is an aviation services and solutions provider with four airframe maintenance and modification facilities, and a technical solutions organization: Aeroman in El Salvador, Flightstar in Jacksonville, FL, TechOpsMX in Queretaro, Mexico and North State in Winston-Salem, NC. In addition, MRO Holdings recently launched a new comprehensive technical solutions organization called MRO Solutions, located in El Salvador. MRO Holdings is a World-Class aircraft maintenance and modifiation provider; we deliver long term solutions for the aviation industry. Our philosophy at MRO Holdings is simple: to recruit, train and invest in the best people in the industry to align our services and solutions with the long-term needs of our clients.
