CNC Lathe Setup Technician

Titeflex/US Hose is a global leader in creating and adapting fluid and gas management products and quality programs, Titeflex expertise can be traced to its aerospace roots at the dawning of the space age. We provided solutions and service for demanding fluid and gas transfer requirements, whether the media be corrosive, caustic or combustible, under extreme pressure, temperature and flexing conditions. Primary markets include aerospace, chemical, petro-chemical, pulp and paper, petroleum equipment, heavy equipment, compressed gas, automotive, refrigeration, transportation, and dozens of other niche markets. The company has a long history of expertise in PTFE extrusion and wire braid reinforcement, and composite hose as the new integration of flexible metal hose with the merger of US Hose. Titeflex’s background and experience in stringent and demanding hose requirements plays into the strengths of our applications engineers. We are able to assimilate some of the most difficult and demanding applications known today into customer satisfaction, borrowing from our experience and core technology. Committed to quality, Titeflex Quality Systems are 3rd party certified and has received numerous other certifications and accreditations.

STS Aero is seeking a skilled CNC Lathe Setup Technician to join our expanding machine shop team. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with programmers and engineers to set up production runs and assist with program development. Our machine shop is growing rapidly, driven by automation and cutting-edge technology investments. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking team and help shape the future of our manufacturing capabilities. Join us and play a key role in our journey toward innovation and excellence.

Responsibilities

• Set-up machines and validate First Article.
• Set-up and proof new programs. Report any findings to the programmer.
• Trains or assists operators on equipment and related operations including set up, interpreting work instructions and drawings.
• Continuously check that all machines are operating efficiently and producing good parts.
• Troubleshoots and corrects problems in a timely manner.
• Prepare material, documents and tooling for next scheduled job.
• Works with programmer to continually seek process improvements and cycle time reductions.
• Prioritizes and follows up on production support projects, based on overall need and schedule requirements.
• When schedule allows, perform set-up training with designated employees.
• Assist programmer in developing tool lists, set-up sheets, in-process inspection sheets and any other related documents.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment 
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions 
•  Ability to communicate effectively with team members 
• Ability to operate machine equipment according to job instructions 
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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