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LISI AEROSPACE is ranked 60th in the global aerospace value chain and specializes in the design and manufacture of high-tech metal components to enhance aircraft safety and performance. Active since 1950 in the fastener market (no. 3 worldwide), LISI AEROSPACE has been a recognized player in metal components for aircraft engines and airframes since 2011.  With its dedication to industrial excellence, LISI AEROSPACE aims to become a leader in costs, quality, deadlines and workplace safety. This mindset is represented at every level of our company and by all of our team members. At LISI AEROSPACE, we focus above all on advancement and flexibility. Every employee is empowered and has the latitude they need to carry out their assignments and develop their skills. We provide this mobility and training through our Corporate University, the LISI Knowledge Institute (LKI). As a result, our company is growing fast and always welcoming new talents.

SCHEDULE: Friday - Sunday (4:00am - 5:00pm)

 

COMPENSATION: $27.73/hr - $35.94/hr (depending on experience).

 

SUMMARY

 

The Centerless Grinder Specialist maximizes advance technical and skill knowledge efficiency through the operation process of automatic and hand-feed machines to manufacture various types of fasteners and special products for new or revised products.  The specialist aligns jobs and troubleshoots for operators, monitors technique, quality and productivity.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following:

 

 

• Acts as an additional liaison on shop floor between supervisor and general machinists.

 

• Assists supervisor to assign jobs and machines to operators, monitors technique, tooling, quality and quantity of production, troubleshoots and assists operators with machining problems.

 

• Proficient to operate and maintain 3 or more machines according to detail blueprints, specifications, work orders and instructions.

 

• Independently sets-up, operation and maintains automatic and hand-feed machines according to detail blueprints, specifications, work orders and instructions.  Selects and obtains proper material and tooling for the job.  Checks tooling and reworks as needed to manufacture part to print specification.

 

• Maintains correct dimensions of parts while running the job using measuring instruments such as micrometers, comparators, calipers, and gauges, inspects completed parts to ensure they meet blueprints/specifications.

 

• Recognizes improper machine functioning and makes necessary adjustments as needed.

 

• Perform minor repairs, and determines correction action to be taken for improved quality and tooling life. 

 

• May be required to write work orders on machines requiring maintenance and report any machine maintenance issues to lead person or supervisor.

 

• Assigns and schedules work to operators and machinists through coordination staffing with lead person or supervisor.

 

• Represents Factory/Department manufacturing on cross-functional teams or in-house committees.

 

• Provide daily direction, training and assessment for peer assigned to for development. Documents required assessment that includes a summary of the curricular, skill level achieved, further development recommendation and / or competencies not achieved during the development period.

 

• Assist leads in the development, training, observation and assessment of operators to improve production efficiencies, skill set, responsibilities and knowledge.

 

• Reports any discrepancies to supervisor.

 

• Reports any safety violation, machining equipment misusage and/or improperly performed work to supervisor, may provide input and feedback for action including disciplinary action.

 

• Proceeds with completion of job, observing machine frequently to verify correct operation and ensure all safety initiatives are observed.

 

• Demonstrated advanced and extensive technical knowledge and experience in reading and interpreting blueprints, use of shop and measuring tools, shop floor requirement applications, and centerless grinder machine operation knowledge to include trouble shooting,

 

• Demonstrated ability to perform Statistical Process Control (SPC) checks per specification, Master cam (CAM software) and acts in accordance with output and demonstrates knowledge and use of Shop Floor Systems.

 

• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

 

• Verifies proper placement of all safety guards and adheres to all safety procedures.

 

• Works under limited supervision with a wide degree of creativity and latitude is required.

 

• Implements management direction and suggests waste elimination initiatives specifically related to the function and department such as recycling opportunities to elimination of production and waste.

 

• Adheres and complies with all rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies, practices and procedures.

 

• Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements and safe operating procedures at all times.

 

• Required to follow through and bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to lead, supervisor or management’s attention immediately.

 

• Continually seek opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results.

 

• Performs a variety of other tasks and duties.

 

Ways of working, Experience, and Behaviors

 

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

 

• Analytical - Comprehend advance and complex machinery and shop floor information; Collects and researches technical data; Uses experience to complement data; understands the work flows and procedures.
• Technical Skills – Advance technical knowledge and skill sets in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, and assembly and production equipment.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquires regardless of the situation;

 

• Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Places success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments of team members.

 

• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.

 

• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.

 

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

 

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities of self and others; Uses time efficiently; Plans for resources in a creative way only adding cost as absolutely necessary; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

 

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

 

 Supervisory Responsibilities                                           

 

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

May assist in the technical coaching of trainees &/or operators. 

                                         

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 

Education and/or Experience

 

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 1 year certificate from college or technical school preferred.
• Working experience in aerospace fastener manufacturing environment
• Advance knowledge of various grinder machinery and procedures
• Advance technical knowledge with quality and SPC.
• A minimum of 10+ year’s equivalent combination of education and work experience.

 

Language Skills

Ability to read, comprehend and communicate difference forms of correspondence and basic technical procedures.  Ability to write basic reports, instructions and not limited to memos to effectively present  written information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and team members.

 

Mathematical Skills                                                 

Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts and calculations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios and standard units of measurements.

 

Reasoning Ability                                                    

Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts and follow instructions in written and basic diagram formats.  Ability to perform and apply different problem solving techniques, handle internal/external situations and multi-task functions.

 

Computer Skills                                           

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have advanced knowledge of SPC, and departmental applications (Shop Floor System).

Certificates, licenses, registrations- N/A

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND ,SAFETY

 

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand for extended periods of time and walk; sit; requires eye-hand coordination, use hands hand movement and manual dexterity use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, listen and speak. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up bend, reach to shoulder level and lift, carrying, pushing and/or pulling to 30 pounds.   Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point), and ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus).  Hearing level within normal/average range.

 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

Safety and Environmental 

The responsibilities of the position include compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental and hazardous materials regulations and procedures. Employee will be required to wear personal safety equipment such as safety glasses, hearing protection, or proper footwear PPE in specified areas.

 

• Participate in the development and promotion of the HSE culture
• Be exemplary in terms of health, safety and the environment, in particular by :
  • Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety and the environment (in particular the LISI golden rules)
  • Immediately correcting, whenever possible, or reporting to his or her superiors and/or the HSE department, any malfunction or risky situation in the fields of health, safety and environmental protection
  • Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks
• Participate, upon request, in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to his/her professional scope
• Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work
• Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives
• To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact

 

BENEFITS:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA/HSA
• 401K Matching
• Vacation Pay
• Sick Pay
• Education
•  Reimbursement
• Salary: $27.73 - $35.94 + $1.50 shift differential

LISI is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.