What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tooling CNC Machine Opr C - 3rd Shift position at Textron Aviation?
Job Summary:
Required to perform CNC machining operations for tooling. This job classification is intended to encompass more complex CNC milling and turning operations. May be required to assist higher grade Operators.
Job Responsibilities:
Works from a variety of control media and program documentation to plan, setup, operate and adjust numerically controlled (CNC) milling and lathe machines to produce designed parts. Responsible for managing working list of jobs assigned.
Prepares necessary adjustments to ready the machine for operation.
Requires knowledge in the selection of tooling, cutters, quality standards, and materials for machining operations. Will improvise setups and material loading.
Maintains tooling, cutters, and material storage areas within the machining cell. Assists and communicates when machine or tooling malfunctions.
Uses a variety of measuring instruments including, but not limited to, micrometer, dial indicator, scale, various calipers, height gauges, and protractors.
Performs deburring, blending, and grinding operations as required.
Responsible for quality of own work.
Performs Other Related Duties As Required.
Education:
Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification. Must also have a vocational certificate/diploma related to computer numerical controlled machining, if without a minimum of 1 years’ experience. Uses advanced shop math, a variety of precision measuring instruments and interprets blueprints. Moderate computer skills required. Must successfully complete all required training courses.
Experience:
Requires a vocational certificate/diploma related to computer numerical controlled machining or a minimum of 1 years’ diversified machine experience, to include computer numerical controlled lathes or mills.
Working Conditions:
Typical shop working conditions. May be required to machine exotic materials that may, on occasion create unpleasant working conditions.
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
Third Shift
Job Posting
04/23/2026, 1:18:07 PM
Required to perform CNC machining operations for tooling. This job classification is intended to encompass more complex CNC milling and turning operations. May be required to assist higher grade Operators.
Job Responsibilities:
Works from a variety of control media and program documentation to plan, setup, operate and adjust numerically controlled (CNC) milling and lathe machines to produce designed parts. Responsible for managing working list of jobs assigned.
Prepares necessary adjustments to ready the machine for operation.
Requires knowledge in the selection of tooling, cutters, quality standards, and materials for machining operations. Will improvise setups and material loading.
Maintains tooling, cutters, and material storage areas within the machining cell. Assists and communicates when machine or tooling malfunctions.
Uses a variety of measuring instruments including, but not limited to, micrometer, dial indicator, scale, various calipers, height gauges, and protractors.
Performs deburring, blending, and grinding operations as required.
Responsible for quality of own work.
Performs Other Related Duties As Required.
Education:
Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification. Must also have a vocational certificate/diploma related to computer numerical controlled machining, if without a minimum of 1 years’ experience. Uses advanced shop math, a variety of precision measuring instruments and interprets blueprints. Moderate computer skills required. Must successfully complete all required training courses.
Experience:
Requires a vocational certificate/diploma related to computer numerical controlled machining or a minimum of 1 years’ diversified machine experience, to include computer numerical controlled lathes or mills.
Working Conditions:
Typical shop working conditions. May be required to machine exotic materials that may, on occasion create unpleasant working conditions.
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
Third Shift
Job Posting
04/23/2026, 1:18:07 PM