Machinist Tech 2nd Shift Lathe

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Machinist Tech-2nd Shift-Lathe

Location : FORT WORTH, TX, United States
Job Family : Manufacturing
Job Type : Regular
Posted : Jul 14, 2025
Job ID : 58379


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Org Marketing Statement

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support.

Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.



As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development.

Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges.

At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.



Job Posting

Position Summary:

Sets up and operates CNC lathes/mills on all product parts with proven and unproven programs.

Produces machined fittings per blueprint specifications and work instructions.

Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment.

Contributes to lean initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs.

Works independently with minimum guidance in a team environment.



Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

+ Runs multiple machines efficiently, which may require simultaneous operations.

Adapts or improvises tooling to accomplish results where operations require a broad knowledge of production machining technology, operating skills, and shop techniques together with diversified experience.



+ Creates standard machining programs using I.G.F Software.

Proves out and edits programs.



+ Sets ups, adjusts, and operates a variety of conventional and/CNC lathes/mills to perform the most diversified and difficult production operations on work having close and exact tolerances, several dimensional relationships, unusual contours, dimensional and finish requirements.



+ Interprets customer requirements from blueprints, complex drawings, engineering specifications, quality directives, charts, tables, sketches, and verbal instructions.



+ Interfaces with engineering to resolve drawing errors, suggest design changes, and solve product/process problems.



+ Implements manufacturing methods using standard production machines, materials, and tooling.

May advise and assist with tooling design.



+ Makes complex setups, which may include multiple work piece stations, utilizing custom and standard holding devices.



+ Develops and defines processes with limited documentation, as required.



+ Trouble shoots and resolves machining problems.



+ Responsible for machining and checking parts to maintain a high level of quality and efficiency.



+ Inspects finished parts for conformance to specifications by visual examination, and utilizes precision measuring instruments such as gages, calipers, micrometers, comparators, and surface plate techniques.

May be required to use coordinate measuring machine (CMM).

Ensures equipment is calibrated in accordance with schedule.



+ Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements.



+ Accurately and regularly performs statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements.



+ Uses advanced shop mathematics, which may include trigonometry, and general knowledge of metal characteristics and other processing requirements.



+ Trains and mentors less experienced team members.





Secondary Responsibilities/Non Essential Functions:

+ Actively contributes to lean/continuous initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement.

Effectively applies lean concepts and tools in work areas.



+ Provides guidance or assistance in coordinating workload priorities to make appropriate accommodations based on business demand.



+ Maintains a satisfactory high level of performance while following appropriate procedures and observing all pertinent safety rules and requirements

+ Maintains appropriate knowledge and ability levels to efficiently perform all assigned work and utilizes this knowledge base to become proficient on new/unfamiliar assignments

+ Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.



Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization



Qualifications (relevant experience, education and training):

+ Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and five or more years related machining experience in a high technology manufacturing environment.

Able to work with minimum supervisory guidance in a team environment.



+ Able to set up and run a minimum of five CNC machine types.



+ Handles multiple tasks with changing priorities to meet customer needs.



+ May require specialized certification specific to division requirements (i.e. certified operator).



+ Reads, understands, and follows blueprints, complex drawings, engineering specifications, and informal written or verbal instructions.



+ Able to make and evaluate precision machine set ups on a minimum of five CNC machine types.



+ Has working knowledge of advanced shop mathematics, may include trigonometry.



+ Able to implement lean/continuous improvement initiatives.



+ Must be able to read and understand written and verbal instructions, procedures, drawings and blueprints.



+ Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment on research and solution development.



+ Possesses effective mentoring and training skills and ability to serve as a resource to other team members.



Additional Comments:

The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification.

The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions.

The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities.

It is intended to describe the general nature of the position.


We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.





Come join the Parker Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive benefits designed with health, wealth and well-being in mind.Our competitive package includes:

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

+ Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.



+ Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.



+ 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

+ Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

+ Career development and tuition reimbursement

+ Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.



+ Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.



***Drug -Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace.

Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.



***Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees.

Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.


***Minority /Female/Disability/Veteran/VEVRAA Federal Contractor If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf and http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_gina_supplement.pdf (06/20/2006) (C/O July 2015).



***This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements .

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