Entry Level Honing Machine Operator Jobs in California

Crane Aerospace & Electronics has an exciting opportunity for a Hone & Lap Operator - 2nd Shift at our Burbank, CA location.
Second Shift Hours are Monday-Friday, 2:00 PM -10:30 PM. Overtime may adjust start time (e.g., 3:00 PM for extended overtime) and/or extend end time. Flexibility to work overtime and weekends as required.
About Crane:
Crane Aerospace & Electronics supplies critical systems and components to the aerospace and defense markets. You'll find Crane Aerospace & Electronics in some of the toughest environments: from engines to landing gear; from satellites to medical implants and from missiles to unmanned aerial systems (UAS).
Every 1.2 seconds, product built at our Crane Aerospace & Electronics Burbank facility is stopping aircraft - delivering passengers and military personnel safely to their destination. Home to our Landing & Cabin Systems team, Crane A&E's brake control systems and premium cabin actuation solutions are flying on tens of thousands of aircraft throughout the world. You'll join a business with a long track record of engineering excellence, set in the wonderful town of Burbank filled with great community atmosphere, schools, weather and no shortage of entertainment.
Start the next chapter of your career with Crane Aerospace & Electronics!
The Hone & Lap Operator Level I - Overview
The Hone & Lap Operator I performs necessary hone or lap on inside and/or outside diameters of various parts using honing and lapping machines and materials. Key tasks include studying blueprints, verifying dimensions with precision gauges, performing rough lapping, and ensuring compliance with manufacturing specifications. The role involves cleaning, deburring, and packaging parts, as well as maintaining calibrated equipment and supporting data collection. The position requires working in a manufacturing environment with occasional lifting and adherence to safety protocols.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: 0-1 years of relevant experience. Experience with close tolerance manual machining operations within an Aerospace Manufacturing Environment is strongly preferred. Aerospace manufacturing experience and skills in lapping, honing, or grinding are preferred.
• Knowledge: Able to perform arithmetic computation to characterize taper, clearance, and similar data relevant to closely matched cylindrical components.
• Skills/Abilities: Correlates selected tooling and finishing materials (stones, compounds) with repeatable results (finish, material removal) based on direction provided.
• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

The Hone & Lap Operator Level II - Overview
The Hone & Lap Operator II performs necessary hone or lap on inside and/or outside diameters of various parts using honing and lapping machines and materials. Studies blueprints, work orders, and/or machining instructions to determine product dimensions, diameters, tooling. Frequently adjusts machine operation as needed and performs initial setup up of equipment and precision gauging with assistance from leads, supervisors, engineers, and other Hone & Lap Operators. The role may involve training junior operators, will involve maintaining equipment calibration, and supporting data collection. The position requires working in a manufacturing environment with occasional lifting and adherence to safety protocols.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum two years' experience as a level one Hone & Lap Operator (or equivalent industry experience in a similar role). Aerospace manufacturing experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge: Able to select tooling and media (arbors, collets, stones, polishing compounds, etc.) for moderately complex jobs in order to meet requirements for sizing, finishes, and approximate cycle time
• Skills/Abilities: Ability to perform essential skills as noted above. Moderately strong communication skills to effectively train and support level one Hone & Lap Operators
• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent. Current with all required Crane Training (e.g Convergence for internal candidates or equivalent)
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

The Hone & Lap Operator Level III - Overview
The Hone & Lap Operator III is a highly skilled role responsible for operating, setting up, and troubleshooting honing and lapping machines to process precision parts. Performs necessary hone or lap on inside and/or outside diameters of various parts using honing and lapping machines and materials. Key responsibilities include selecting and adjusting tooling, performing precise fitting for tight tolerances, and training other operators. Studies blueprints, work orders, and/or machining instructions to determine product dimensions, diameters, tooling. Collaborates with engineering resources to provide feedback on process improvements. Frequently adjusts machine operation and performs initial setup up of equipment and precision gauging. Trains and assists others with machine and gauging setup / operation.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum five years' experience as a Hone & Lap Operator (or equivalent industry experience in a similar role). Aerospace manufacturing experience is highly preferred.
• Knowledge: Expert in the selection of tooling, polishing media, and measurement gauges for new and legacy jobs. Works closely with technical team members and leadership to develop / define processes and develop other associates.
• Skills/Abilities: Ability to perform essential skills as noted above. Strong communication skills to effectively train and support other Hone & Lap Operators
• Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent, Current with all required Crane Training (e.g Convergence for internal candidates or equivalent)
• Eligibility Requirement: This position may require access to Controlled Data or Information. Where the position requires such access only US Persons will be considered. As a US Department of Defense contractor, we are bound by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).

Working Conditions:

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment
• Manufacturing operations may require the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to: eye safety glasses, gowning, masks, hearing protectors, heel/wrist straps and any other required PPE
• Ability to lift objects up to 40 lbs.
• Flexible and willing to work overtime if necessary
• Standing: 0%
• Sitting: 100%
• Lifting (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
• Pushing (in pounds): up to 40 pounds
• Mental/Visual: Use of microscope and computer.
• Workspace (line, cube, etc.): clean bench

Top Benefits:
As a team member at Crane Aerospace and Electronics, you'll enjoy:
o Benefits: Health care, dental, vision, life and disability insurance starting the first day of the month following your start date.
o Time Off: 15 days of paid time off that start accruing your first day at Crane plus 12 paid holidays per year.
o 401k Retirement Plan: 401k plan with company match.
o Education Reimbursement: eligible after 6 months of employment.
You can see a list of our benefits at https://www.craneae.com/company/careers or visit our website at www.CraneAE.com for more information on our company and great opportunities.
We are committed to operational excellence and world class processes. We employ Lean manufacturing techniques to optimize manufacturing efficiency and accuracy on all product lines. Our products are known for their technical strength, proven reliability and overall value.
In our efforts to maintain a safe and drug-free workplace, Crane Aerospace & Electronics requires that candidates complete a satisfactory background check. FAA sensitive positions require employees to participate in a random drug test pool.
Several factors contribute to actual salary, including experience in a similar role or performing comparable job responsibilities, skills, training, and other qualifications. Some roles may be eligible for participation in performance-based bonus programs.
Salary Ranges for Hone & Lap Operator Leve I, II and III. The level of the position will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
Hone & Lap Operator Level I: $24.81/hourly to $31.66/hourly
Hone & Lap Operator Level II: $28.81/hourly to $36.94/hourly
Hone & Lap Operator Level III: $34.07/hourly to $42.60/hourly
Second shift openings are eligible for a $2 shift differential. The $2 shift differential will be added to the base pay once training on First shift has been successfully completed and the employee transitions to the Second shift schedule.
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This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work being performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.