CNC Machine Operator

Description Job Title: CNC Machine Operator Job Summary The Machine Operator sets up and operates a CNC router / milling machine to produce a quality product of specified materials, dimensions, and color. Essential Functions And Responsibilities Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.Operates the machines to create all components of manufactured products, in a timely manner that meets the production schedule and quality requirements.Prepares work to be accomplished by studying instructions, labels, blueprint specifications, and materials.Prepare and setup machine systems for daily operation and adherence to daily production goals.Low quantity and high variation production environment will require ability to change programs and setup machines multiple times daily.Inspects each product produced to ensure it meets quality standards. Notifies supervisor about sub-standard quality issues.Help maintain machine, ensuring it is always in proper working condition and available for maximum throughput. Performs preventative maintenance as required.Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.Contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives related to workflow, 5S and overall shop efficiency!Performs other duties as assigned by manager.Does all the above in a manner that meets company safety requirements including, but not limited to, wearing safety glasses. Qualifications Experience operating manufacturing machine equipment.Experience with CNC milling / routers / machine centersMust be able to read and use tape measures for precise measurements.Must have a basic ability for reading, writing, and computer keyboard skills.Experience calibrating and changing tooling.Ability to read and interpret engineering design drawings.Participate in team settings in accomplishing daily team production goals.Familiar with wood-industry machine programming a plusExperience with graphical based CNC router / milling machine programming a plus (Woodwop / Homag equipment used on site)Experience in a Lean MFG environment a plus. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Work involves walking, talking, hearing, and using material handling equipment.Vision abilities require close vision assessments.Required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 50 lbs. continually.May be required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.Moderately loud noise levels in plant environment. REPORTING LINE This position reports to the Machine Operator Supervisor & Director of Operations