What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Operator I (Swing Shift) position at Karman Space & Defense?
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled CNC Operator to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this role, you will operate CNC machinery and assist with the machining and assembly of components, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient production. Attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to safety are essential.
About Us
Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.
Compensation & Benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.
4pm - 2am
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled CNC Operator to join our dynamic manufacturing team. In this role, you will operate CNC machinery and assist with the machining and assembly of components, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient production. Attention to detail, teamwork, and a commitment to safety are essential.
About Us
Karman Space & Defense provides concept-to-production solutions for mission-critical systems on spacecraft, launch vehicles, missiles, hypersonics, and integrated defense systems. We believe that solving the industry’s most complex and mission-critical challenges requires relentless determination and a willingness to push the boundaries of possibility. Karman Space & Defense brings to bear unparalleled production capabilities, unmatched engineering expertise, and unflinching analysis to render the impossible, possible.
Compensation & Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement*
- Operate machinery and equipment in a manufacturing facility.
- Assemble components according to specifications and production schedules.
- Utilize hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to complete tasks.
- Conduct quality checks on finished products to ensure compliance with standards.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area, always adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment as needed to ensure optimal performance.
- Previous experience in machining or manufacturing preferred.
- Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot basic issues.
- Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools for assembly and deburring tasks.
- Experience operating forklifts is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality control.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing production needs.
- Previous experience in machining or manufacturing preferred.
- Strong mechanical knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot basic issues.
- Proficiency in using hand tools and power tools for assembly and deburring tasks.
- Experience operating forklifts is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality control.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to follow instructions accurately.
- Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to changing production needs.
- Stand and move around the shop floor for extended periods.
- Lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
- Perform repetitive tasks with good manual dexterity.
- Work safely in a manufacturing environment with PPE.
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, certain positions may require applicants to be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C.
- 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C.
- 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Karman is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis (“protected class”) including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform servicemember status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law. Our management is dedicated to ensuring the fulfillment of this policy with respect to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, recruitment advertising, pay, and other forms of compensation, training, and general treatment during employment.
4pm - 2am