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CNC Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Archbald, Pennsylvania

Job Responsibilities

Job ID: 690063BR Date posted: Mar. 27, 2025
Description:You will be an CNC Machine Operator for our team at Lockheed Martin Archbald, a full-service Missiles and Fire Control facility that provides design, manufacturing, engineering, and field service support for domestic and international customers. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality products, and we're looking for a skilled and experienced machine operator to join our team.

What You Will Be Doing
As a CNC Machine Operator, your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Follows instructions to machine, fabricate, or assemble parts to print and operation sheet specifications using conventional and CNC machines including lathes, horizontal and vertical machining centers
• Pre-sets and installs proper cutting tools select proper speeds, feeds, and depth of cut where applicable to maintain the proper quantity and quality standards
• Inspects cutting tools for wear to ensure the quality of parts and makes adjustments during production run as required
• Interprets CAD data, prints and sketches with regard to fabrication and follows written and/or verbal instructions
• Performs secondary operations during the machine cycle such as deburring and straightening
• Inspects parts as they are produced using standard gages, micrometers, indicators, vernier calipers, depth gages, and other measuring devices, to ensure conformity to specifications
• Performs minor preventive maintenance to equipment and maintains coolant levels to ensure a steady supply of coolant/cutting fluids to the machine
• Receives and, when assigned, provides cross-training for other tasks related to department functions and procedures
• Recommends and executes changes to achieve process improvements and/or cycle time reductions
• Selects and loads proper CNC program in machine control to insure proper operation of the machine
• Verifies gages and inspection equipment required are correct and appropriate for the task
• Verifies NC code during execution of setup and edits CNC programs

Why Join Us
You're a skilled machine operator with a passion for working with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions. As a CNC Machine Operator, you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with a talented team, and contribute to delivering high-quality products that make a real difference in national security. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules, and a commitment to investing in your future and security. If you're looking for a role that offers opportunities for growth, a dynamic work environment, and a chance to make a meaningful impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

We are committed to supporting your work-life balance and overall well-being, offering flexible scheduling options. Learn more about Lockheed Martin’s comprehensive benefits package here.

Further Information About This Opportunity:
This position is located in Archbald. Discover more about our Archbald, Pennsylvania location.

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN - This position is located at a facility that requires special access.

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Basic Qualifications:
• 2 years, or equivalent experience/combined education, with additional specialized training in specific aspects of job functions and with demonstrated ability to meet production time standards with minimal defects for low to mid complexity parts
• Knowledge of basic shop math (metric conversion and arithmetic)
• Experience as CNC operator in multiple machine cellular manufacturing operation
• Experience working/machining steel, aluminum and stainless steel with knowledge of machining speeds and feeds required
• Proficient in use of Measuring Equipment and able to verify conformance of machined work piece to specifications
• Knowledge of M & G code to be able to edit & trouble shoot CNC program at machine
• U.S. citizenship required, as this position is located at a facility that requires special access
Desired Skills:
• Experience in set up and operation of CNC horizontal, vertical machining centers and lathes
• Experience pre-setting cutting tools and setting up fixtures in machines
• Proficient with editing CNC programs and using FANUC controls
• Experience working/machining steel, aluminum and stainless steel with knowledge of machining speeds and feeds required
• Proficient at GD&T
• Experience programming with GibbsCAM
• Experience with Solid Modeling
• Ability to perform complex calculations related to machining
Clearance Level: None
Other Important Information You Should Know
Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified you may be contacted for this and future openings.
Ability to Work Remotely: Onsite Full-time: The work associated with this position will be performed onsite at a designated Lockheed Martin facility.
Work Schedules: Lockheed Martin supports a variety of alternate work schedules that provide additional flexibility to our employees. Schedules range from standard 40 hours over a five day work week while others may be condensed. These condensed schedules provide employees with additional time away from the office and are in addition to our Paid Time off benefits.
Schedule for this Position: 4x10 hour day, 3 days off per week
Lockheed Martin is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.
The application window will close in 90 days; applicants are encouraged to apply within 5 - 30 days of the requisition posting date in order to receive optimal consideration.
Join us at Lockheed Martin, where your mission is ours. Our customers tackle the hardest missions. Those that demand extraordinary amounts of courage, resilience and precision. They’re dangerous. Critical. Sometimes they even provide an opportunity to change the world and save lives. Those are the missions we care about.

As a leading technology innovation company, Lockheed Martin’s vast team works with partners around the world to bring proven performance to our customers’ toughest challenges. Lockheed Martin has employees based in many states throughout the U.S., and Internationally, with business locations in many nations and territories.
Experience Level: Hourly/Non-Exempt
Business Unit: MISSILES AND FIRE CONTROL
Relocation Available: Possible
Career Area: Manufacturing
Type: Full-Time
Shift: Second
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About

At Lockheed Martin, we apply our passion for purposeful innovation to keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges.

Pioneering Defense Technology: From aerospace to outer space to cyber space, you can innovate mission solutions alongside the best minds in the business.

United By Culture: Excellence, integrity, and collaboration define us. We accelerate change and embrace one another’s perspectives to win for our customers.

Real Impact, Real Growth: Grow your career and skills for life. Our wide array of opportunities and technology-driven learning programs enable your development and agility.

Your Health, Your Wealth, Your Life: Competitive pay, comprehensive benefits and flexible schedules designed so you thrive — at work and beyond.

Empowered to Be Your Best: Use your strengths to make a difference in the lives of one another, our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Here, the possibilities are endless because we offer:

  • Flexible Schedules, dependent on role
  • Levels: Student, Entry, Mid, Senior, Management
  • Locations: Nationwide & OCONUS Positions

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Qualifications

See what it takes to be a successful Lockheed Martin employee.

  • Collaborative

    There is no innovation without imagination. You bring new, different and exciting ideas to the table every day. You are committed to the success of your team.

  • Curious

    The ability to explore and drive new ideas. You think innovatively to come up with creative solutions to complex challenges.

  • Goal-oriented

    From planning and organizing to decision making, goal orientation produces impactful results. You set goals and strive to make things happen quickly and efficiently.

  • Proactive

    The ability to anticipate, plan and prepare for what lies ahead. You act rather than react to potential situations.

  • Problem Solver

    You work to tackle tough problems with complex solutions.

  • Strategic

    You observe, reflect and analyze processes to make more informed decisions.

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“Before I came to Lockheed Martin, I never thought I’d get these opportunities. The benefits available and the company’s value culture make it an incredibly supportive place to work, and I’m grateful to work somewhere that wants me to succeed. I hope to have a long career here making an impact, and I know I’ll be supported in doing that every step of the way.”

Ryan J., Enterprise Operations

Benefits

  • Healthcare

    Medical, Dental and Vision coverage is available for employees who opt-in.

  • 401(k)/Retirement Plans

    Our 401(k) plan features generous matching and company contributions.

  • Professional Development

    We support our employees through mentoring, internal & external educational programs, networking, skills enhancement and career-building programs.

  • Maternity and Paternity Leave

    Our generous parental leave policies support your journey into parenthood. When you return to work, our facilities offer mother's rooms to support your transition and work/life balance.

  • Paid Time Off

    We offer PTO, paid holidays and paid time off for jury duty and military obligations.

  • Flex-time

    Depending on the position, we offer flexible work schedules.

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