CNC Horizontal Lathe Set up Operator - 3rd shift

United Gear & Assembly, Inc. is a premier manufacturer and supplier of precision gears, shafts, and related assemblies to global OEMs in construction, agriculture, transportation, automotive, defense, and other industries. Based in Hudson, WI, we are vertically integrated with capabilities in Engineering, Manufacturing, Full Heat Treating, and Assembly. We are ISO/TS16929:2009 registered and known for satisfying quality requirements, narrow shipping windows, responsiveness to customer needs, and competitive global positioning.

About the role

Sets up and operates horizontal multi-axis lathes to perform machining operations such as turning, boring, facing, and threading of parts. Includes reviewing blueprints, job breakdown sheets, and QC documents to determine machine settings, specifications, fixtures, and tools. Offers a $1,000 sign-on bonus.

Responsibilities

• Selects and installs tooling or preset tooling in tool posts, turret, arbors, or indexing heads and tool magazine in sequence as defined on job breakdown sheets.
• Mounts work piece between centers, on arbor, on a chuck, or to a faceplate manually or using a hoist.
• Observes numerical displays on control panel and compares to process sheets to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts.
• Adjusts and directs flow of coolant against tooling and work piece.
• Inspects first run piece and spot checks succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications using inspection equipment as specified on QC documents.
• Studies job packet and organizes materials for next run to shorten changeover time.
• May set tools before positioning them in machine, using precision gauges and instruments.
• May set up and operate another machine tool during machining cycles.
• Performs preventive maintenance on machine and maintains cleanliness of work area.
• Completes “Daily Operator Checklist” at the beginning of each shift or when moving to a new area.
• Provides on-the-job training to employees on software application and use.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Intermediate reading, writing, and arithmetic skills (typically acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent, or a 2-degree program).
• Two to five years’ experience with Gear Cutting, Hobb, and Lathe equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Computer literate with the ability to learn and work with statistical and manufacturing software applications.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional, Word, Excel, statistical, and manufacturer software is a plus.

Important Qualities

• Problem Solving: Yes
• Analytical Ability: Yes
• Communication Skills: Yes
• Bilingual: No
• Interpersonal Skills: Yes
• Dexterity: Yes

Physical Demands

• Standing: 90%
• Walking: 50%
• Sitting: 5%
• Stooping: 5%
• Crouching: 5%
• Hearing: 40%
• Talking: 25%
• Keyboard use/repetitive hand motion: 1%
• Pushing: 10% (Weight: 50 lbs)
• Pulling: 10% (Weight: 50 lbs)
• Lifting: 80% (Weight: 50 lbs)
• Carrying: 10% (Weight: 50 lbs)

Work Environment

• Fumes or airborne particles: 90%

Benefits

• Benefits program active on the 1st of the month following your start date, including health, HRA, FSA, vision, and dental insurance.
• 401k program with 4% company contribution.
• Company-paid short-term disability with elective long-term disability.
• Company-paid life insurance with additional elective life insurance available.
• 40 hours paid vacation after 6 months.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Profit-sharing plan.

Pay

$27.00 hourly wage plus a $4.00 per hour shift differential.

Schedule

Sunday through Thursday, 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Candidate must be able to train on 1st shift.