CNC Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

GKN Aerospace •

El Cajon, California, United States

Position Type: Permanent

Job Description:

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 15,000 employees across 41 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90 of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Job Summary

A CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in the manufacturing environment by ensuring the proper functioning and maintenance of CNC machines. This position involves maintaining and repairing CNC machinery to minimize downtime and optimize production efficiency.

Job Responsibilities

Exemplifying a safety-first mindset, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations ensuring compliance to the GKN Aerospace Health, Safety and Environmental policies and standards.
CNC Machine Maintenance: Perform regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs on CNC machines, including lathes, mills, routers, and grinders, to keep them in optimal working condition.
Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve issues with CNC machines, both mechanical and electrical, to minimize production disruptions.
Repairs: Repair or replace faulty machine components, including motors, spindles, tool changers, and controls, to restore functionality.
Calibration: Calibrate machine tools, encoders, and sensors to maintain precision and accuracy in the machining process.
Lubrication: Ensure proper lubrication of machine components to prevent wear and extend the lifespan of CNC equipment.
Software Updates: Update and maintain CNC control software to adapt to changing production requirements and improve machine performance.
Documentation: Maintain detailed records of maintenance activities, repairs, and updates, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Inventory Management: Maintain an organized inventory of CNC parts and components, ordering and restocking parts as needed.
Emergency Response: Be prepared to respond to emergency repair situations to minimize downtime and ensure equipment and facility safety.

Job Requirements:
Job Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Proven experience in CNC equipment and components `maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting.
Strong safety OSHA knowledge to safely perform preventive and corrective maintenance functions.
Proven structured Problem-Solving experience.
Fluent in English language, both written and spoken
High school diploma or equivalent, with vocational or technical training in CNC equipment
Strong safety OSHA knowledge to safely perform preventive and corrective maintenance functions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional qualification or certification in an Engineering discipline.
Experience working with a Lean Operating Model / Production System
Lean or Six Sigma certification by a reputable certifying body or benchmark company
Manufacturing and facilities equipment experience in the Aerospace industry
A passion for the Aerospace industry

Compensation Data

The hourly compensation range for this position is:

$28.41 - $42.62

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.

Job Ident #: 1017606601

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CNC Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

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