Blue Origin
spaceflight
EDMMachineOperator(BShift)
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“EDM Machine Operator (B Shift) at Blue Origin. Skills: Wire and Sinker EDM machines, Okuma, Fanuc, and other CNC controls, blueprint reading skills including GD&T. Hands on experience in programming and set up of AgieCharmilles, Sodick and Mitsubishi EDM’s.. Interface with area leadership to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals.”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications.; positively impact operations by reducing waste, reducing safety risks and improving quality.
Industry & Context.
Exceptional organizational and analytical skills
Must be able to work assigned shift, as well as weekends and overtime, when necessary. (Monday -Thursday 10-hour shifts), U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident (i. e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum., Blue’s Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training., Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum of 1 year in working with Wire and Sinker EDM machines., Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures., Must be able to work assigned shift, as well as weekends and overtime, when necessary. (Monday -Thursday 10-hour shifts), Extensive experience with Okuma, Fanuc, and other CNC controls., Excellent blueprint reading skills including GD&T per ASME Y14. 5M-1994 standard., Ability to work effectively with a work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities., Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc., A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams across large geographic distances., Exceptional organizational and analytical skills and a proven ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversight.
Nice to Have
Experience machining nickel-based stainless-steel alloys, copper., CNC programming with offline software (Master Cam), Tooling and fixture design., Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware., Outside processing knowledge (heat treat, plating, coating, EDM, grinding, etc.), Ability to work cooperatively with teams of many skills and levels., Experience machining tight tolerance, high value components.
What You'll Do.
Hands on experience in programming and set up of AgieCharmilles
Sodick and Mitsubishi EDM’s.
Interface with area leadership to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals.
Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications.
Implement and refine new manufacturing processes.
Assist with transition from development to production by working alongside engineering to successfully transition the product.
Performs daily and regular cleaning including light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment.
Work with team members and others using Lean/Continuous Improvement processes to develop and utilize process improvements that positively impact operations by reducing waste
reducing safety risks and improving quality.
Utilize interpersonal and communication techniques
working in a team environment
and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.
Perform other tasks as directed by Supervision/Management including but not limited to assisting non-production plant and administrative tasks.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Interface with area leadership to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals.; Work with team members and others using Lean/Continuous Improvement processes to develop and utilize process improvements that positively impact operations by reducing waste, reducing safety risks and improving quality.; Utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, working in a team environment, and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.; A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams across large geographic distances.; Ability to work cooperatively with teams of many skills and levels.
Communication Scope
interpersonal and communication techniques; dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles
Process & Methodology
proven ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversight
Full Job Description
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! **Responsibilities** : * Hands on experience in programming and set up of AgieCharmilles, Sodick and Mitsubishi EDM’s. * Interface with area leadership to prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals. * Ensure product quality and conformance to engineering specifications. * Implement and refine new manufacturing processes. * Assist with transition from development to production by working alongside engineering to successfully transition the product. * Performs daily and regular cleaning including light maintenance tasks on machinery and equipment. * Work with team members and others using Lean/Continuous Improvement processes to develop and utilize process improvements that positively impact operations by reducing waste, reducing safety risks and improving quality. * Utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, working in a team environment, and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles. * Perform other tasks as directed by Supervision/Management including but not limited to assisting non-production plant and administrative tasks. **Qualifications:** *
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