• CNC Maintenance Technician - 2nd Shift

    GKN Aerospace (El Cajon, CA)


    Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

     

    GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

    Job Summary

    As a CNC Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for the upkeep, repair, and optimization of our CNC machinery and equipment. Your role is critical in ensuring that our production processes run smoothly and efficiently. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CNC maintenance, excellent troubleshooting skills, and a proactive approach to problem solving.

    Job Responsibilities

    • Perform regular maintenance and inspections on CNC machines, including preventive and corrective maintenance. • Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and software issues with CNC equipment. • Repair and replace faulty components, including motors, sensors, and controllers. • Maintain accurate maintenance records and logs for all CNC equipment. • Collaborate with production teams to minimize downtime and maximize machine performance. • Assist with machine installations, upgrades, and modifications as needed. • Ensure adherence to safety protocols and company policies during maintenance activities. • Keep up-to-date with industry trends and advancements in CNC technology.

    Job Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent; technical degree or certification in mechanical or electrical engineering preferred. • 3+ years of experience with CNC maintenance, with a solid understanding of CNC machines, controls, and programming. • Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and blueprints. • Fluent in English language, both written and spoken • Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills. • Familiarity with PLCs, hydraulics, pneumatics, and other relevant systems. • Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail. • Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment. • Willingness to work flexible hours or on-call shifts as needed.

    • This job role requires proficiency in English, both verbal and written, that is sufficient to understand and effectively follow written safety procedures, company policies, work instructions, operations manuals, and more in a manufacturing environment. • Reliable and satisfactory attendance is an essential job function of this role and is critical in meeting operations and business needs”.

     

    Compensation Range

     

    The compensation range for this position is between $32.00 - $45.00 per hour.

     

    We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further. And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

     

    A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

     

    Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN. We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute. It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’. By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

     

    We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

     

    We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology. ​

     

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