Machining Fabricator 2 - Progression 1 - ARROWHEAD PRODUCTS CORPORATION : Job Details

Job DetailsJob LocationArrowhead Products - Los Alamitos, CASalary Range$36.63 - $36.63 HourlyJob Shift2nd ShiftJob Summary:This position will assist in the assembly, fabrication and weld preparation of Arrowhead Products metal ducting systems. It is a combination of the following jobs: CNC Lathe or CNC Mill Setup Specialist, Journeyman Machinist, or Tool Maker Specialist. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Will perform close tolerance set-ups of CNC Lathes/Mills, Conventional Lathes/Mills and other Machine Shop Equipment to obtain maximum work output from machines while holding dimensional tolerances.

• Will validate and optimize new CNC programs.
• Will suggest improvements to old CNC programs (i.e. continuous improvement).
• Will be capable of starting a tool and completing it to final approval.
• Will perform grinding of own form tools.
• Will perform close-tolerance set-up and operation of all necessary equipment such as; tool grinders, surface grinders, drill presses, pedestal grinders, power saws, arbor pressses, mills, lathes, rotary table, optical comparator and any other necessary machine shop equipment.
• Will be reponsible for obtaining maximum work output from all machinery & equipment used.
• Will perform receiving, issuing, checking, recording, storing & performing related functions necessary for control of inventory
• Will perform typical layout operations with other work described herin, such as : Layout detail of tools or dies as related to machine or other tool fabrication; layout parts such as raw castings, forging and sheet metal parts to use as a guide in making tool or die.
• Will perform all fabrication, to exacting tolerances, tools & dies such as: Class A jigs and fixtures, drill jigs, check fixtrues, dies for sheet metal parts, progressive or compound dies, form and draw dies.
• Proves dies and tooling and performs rework on the same level of difficulty as other work described herein.
• Will perform all necessary sequences of operations and complete layout involving rotary tables, compound angles, exacting tolerances, etc.
• Will maintain and verify records of all tooling location within the area.
• Will maintain work area and equipment in a clean, orderly, FOD-free fashion and adhere to all Safety standards
• This job description is not all inclusive of all duties. Other job duties may be assigned consistent with the Machining Fabricator Job Family within the new Job Family Structure may be assigned.

Specialist level will require the following:

• Responsible for assisting the department in the development of techniques to increase productivity, quality, and throughput of products and to share job knowledge in the department.

Education and Experience:

• HS Diploma or its equivalent; previous experience may be substituted for education requirement.
• Previous sheet metal fabrication and/or manufacturing work experience preferred.
• *Employees must bid into these classifications before progression is allowed to higher levels.
• **Progression/Bid into Specialist positions requires 3 year minimum in the preceding classification, in the same family, prior to progression/bid

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be familiar with basic hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, mallets, etc.
• Must be able to use standard manufacturing measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, scales, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions; including production control and other production/engineering documentation.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, work orders and production planing documents.
• Ability to use standard manufacturing measuring instruments such as calipers, pin calipers, micrometers, tape measures, scales, height gauges, depth gauges, etc.
• Must be capable of working with tight tolerances such as + or - .001 .
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
• Ability to perform quality work in a safe and efficient manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• N/A

Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent lifting of up to 35 lbs.
• Frequent pushing and pulling.
• Bend, stoop, squat occasionally.
• Sit, stand and walk frequently.
• Talk and listen frequently.
• Occasional use of computer.(Journeyman Machinist & Tool Makers)
• Frequent use of computer. (CNC's)
• Constant use and motion of hands and arms.
• Constant exposure to manufacturing shop noise

Special Requirements:List any additional special requirements.Limitations and Disclaimer:The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, this job description does not establish a contract for employment. In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, the Company will make reasonable accommodations with those individuals with a disability as defined by the ADA.