What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Opr B-Turret Lathe -2nd shift position at Textron Aviation?
Job Summary:
To machine a wide variety of aircraft details and parts. May be required to assist lower grade Operators.
Job Responsibilities:
Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification.
Experience:
Requires a minimum of 3 years turret lathe or closely related experience.
Working Conditions:
Somewhat disagreeable working conditions due to exposure to cutting oils and chips.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company
Textron Aviation
Primary Location
US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Field
Manufacturing
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level
Individual Contributor
Job Type
Standard
Shift
Second Shift
Job Posting
03/17/2026, 5:04:54 PM
To machine a wide variety of aircraft details and parts. May be required to assist lower grade Operators.
Job Responsibilities:
- Sets up and operates any type and size turret lathe to perform a wide range of operations requiring difficult tool settings and methods utilizing the full capacity of the assigned machines to finish machine materials and parts on both production and developmental work usually where no planning or tooling is available.
- Performs any planning or layout work necessary in making set ups. Determines tools, sets and adjusts tools and controls without aid from supervisor. Detects faulty operations and takes prompt action to correct such operation to avoid damage to product and equipment. Grinds cutting tools required in the completion of work assignment.
- Plans and performs a sequence of operations to accomplish new and unusual jobs where only general sequencing or operational methods are available. Set ups are exacting but not difficult.
- Uses a wide variety of measuring instruments.
- Responsible only for own work.
- Performs other duties as required.
Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification.
Experience:
Requires a minimum of 3 years turret lathe or closely related experience.
Working Conditions:
Somewhat disagreeable working conditions due to exposure to cutting oils and chips.
Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.
Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.
Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.
Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
Recruiting Company
Textron Aviation
Primary Location
US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Field
Manufacturing
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level
Individual Contributor
Job Type
Standard
Shift
Second Shift
Job Posting
03/17/2026, 5:04:54 PM