Manufacturing Trainee (CNC Machining)

Job Description

Job Description

About RTC Aerospace :

At RTC, we believe in teamwork, excellence, and delivering with pride. One Team! One Mission!

RTC Aerospace is a 60-year-old aerospace manufacturer of complex, high-tolerance, difficult-to-machine parts. We have 4 facilities across the nation bringing exceptional cellular manufacturing capabilities and unique engineered solutions to our clients’ designed products. We are a company driven by ambitious individuals, working together to become an industry leader in lean-cell manufacturing. Come be a part of something exceptional at RTC Aerospace!

How You’ll Make an Impact

The Manufacturing Trainee actively participates in the machine shop operations developing essential skills under the supervision and guidance of our leadership team and other designated staff. This entry-level position involves hands-on training with a variety of machining equipment including Amada Saw, Manual and CNC Mills / Lathes, forklift etc. This position requires an eager individual, excited to learn and grow with our organization!

What you’ll be doing as a Manufacturing Trainee :

• Working a Full-time, onsite position at our Fife, WA location.
• Receive training and learn to properly use a CNC Mill / Lathe, Manual Mill / Lathe, Amada Saw, etc.
• Set-up and operate said machine for specific parts.
• Load and unload parts on various machines.
• Perform deburring of parts and other precision tasks.
• Inspect parts for quality and compliance with specifications.
• Ensure accurate setup and operation to produce components.
• Receive training and learn to perform regular checks on machines to ensure they meet operational standards.
• Manage the dumping and recycling of chips into designated bins.
• Follow established safety and quality procedures and standards.
• Complete pre-shift equipment inspection checklists and report issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Ensure equipment is safe to operate and work environment is tidy.
• Maintain accurate production records.
• Document daily activities and any issues encountered during operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications (Education, skills, and experience) :

Preferred Qualifications (Education, skills, and experience) :

Physical Demands :

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to do the following :

Work Environment :

A large percentage of work time is spent in a machine shop where temperatures vary from hot to cold. The environment may also include exposure to noise, dust, fumes, vapor from coolant, etc. Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the Company, and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required.

Compensation and Benefits :

Employee Benefits : Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, long-term disability and 401(k) with up to 6% QACA company match.

The Manufacturing Trainee Compensation range for onsite Washington applicants is $20-22 / hr. commensurate with experience. Some shifts may include shift differential pay rates. Other site ranges may differ.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.

RTC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on RTC’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and / or interview process, please contact the RTC Human Resources Department. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the RTC Human Resources Department. Candidates will receive consideration without discrimination in accordance with the requirements of article 9 to chapter XVIII of the City of Los Angeles Municipal Code, federal and state laws of California.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Department.