Sr CNC Machinist - 3rd Shift - Sunday - Thursday - 10:15 pm - 6:15 am - Paid Lunch
Group: Aerospace Group N. America
Division: Stratoflex Division (SPD)
Location: USA JACKSONVILLE FL STRATOFLEX
Job Family : Manufacturing
Job Type : Regular
Posted : Apr 16, 2026
Job ID: 60233
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Job Title: Sr CNC Machinist
Exempt or Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
MARKETING STATEMENT
At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient, and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: ''Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.'' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker's goal of addressing the world's most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter, and make a difference.
POSITION SUMMARY
Sets up and operates various conventional and/or numerically controlled (CNC) machining centers on the most complex and difficult jobs operating primarily Okuma multi-axis lathes, Okuma mills and HAAS 5 axis mills. Works from blueprints, sketches, planning sheets, verbal instructions, and/or engineering, tooling, or equipment information. Contributes to lean initiatives to increase productivity and reduce costs. Works independently with minimum guidance in a team environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Runs multiple machines efficiently, which may require simultaneous operations. Adapts or improvises tooling to accomplish results where operations require a broad knowledge of production machining technology, operating skills, and shop techniques together with diversified experience.
Sets ups, adjusts, and operates a variety of conventional and/or special purpose machines to perform the most diversified and difficult production operations on work having close and exact tolerances, several dimensional relationships, unusual contours, dimensional and finish requirements.
Interprets customer requirements from blueprints, complex drawings, engineering specifications, quality directives, charts, tables, sketches, and verbal instructions.
Interfaces with engineering to resolve drawing errors, suggest design changes, and solve product/process problems.
Implements manufacturing methods using standard production machines, materials, and tooling. May advise and assist with tooling design.
Makes complex setups, which may include multiple work piece stations, utilizing custom and standard holding devices.
Develops and defines processes with limited documentation, as required.
Trouble shoots and resolves machining problems.
Responsible for machining and checking parts to maintain a high level of quality and efficiency.
Inspects finished parts for conformance to specifications by visual examination, and utilizes precision measuring instruments such as gages, calipers, micrometers, comparators, and surface plate techniques. May be required to use coordinate measuring machine (CMM). Ensures equipment is calibrated in accordance with schedule.
Routinely maintains equipment to ensure cleanliness, accuracy, and reliability specific to division requirements.
Accurately and regularly performs statistical process control (SPC) specific to division requirements.
Uses advanced shop mathematics, which may include trigonometry, and general knowledge of metal characteristics and other processing requirements.
Actively contributes to lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for
improvement. Effectively applies lean concepts and tools in work area.
Provides guidance or assistance in coordinating workload priorities to make appropriate accommodations based on business demand.
Observes all company policies and procedures, including safety rules, and maintains a clean and orderly work area.
Trains and mentors less experienced team members.
Performs other related responsibilities, as requested.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
HS School diploma or equivalent required. Five or more years of directly related CNC machining experience in a high technology manufacturing environment. Okuma multi-axis lathes, Okuma mills and HAAS 5 axis mills preferred. Able to work independently with minimum supervisory guidance in a fast-paced environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Handles multiple tasks with changing priorities to meet customer needs.
May require specialize certification specific to division requirements (i.e. certified operator).
Reads, understands, and follows blueprints, complex drawings, engineering specifications, and informal written or verbal instructions.
Able to make and evaluate precision machine set ups and possess a solid understanding of precision machining principles. Experience machining shaped forgings preferred.
Has working knowledge of advanced shop mathematics, may include trigonometry.
Able to implement lean initiatives.
Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to work in a team environment on research and solution development.
Possesses effective mentoring and training skills, and ability to service as a resource to other team members.
Interprets reports and uses job specific software applications. Able to use employee self‐service systems to access on‐line information and use specialized automated systems (i.e. PMR, TORS, e‐mail).
Effectively demonstrates team member competencies and participates in goal setting, performance feedback, and self‐development activities.
TYPICAL MENTAL AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the team member is required to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods of time. The team member is required to demonstrate manual dexterity and use hands to operate machinery. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Also expected of the team member is regular attendance, and the ability to work cooperatively and professionally with others. May be required to lift up to 50 lbs.
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.
Competitive Compensation
Benefit & Retirement Plans
Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
("Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor")
If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
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