CNC Machine Operator Level 1

Responsibilities

• Define and code tool arrangements, material clamping methods, machine calibrations, and console settings for operations such as bore, mill, drill, face, thread, and occasional profiling and contouring.
• Clean and maintain machine, tooling, and parts to ensure optimal production condition.
• Identify and replace damaged or worn tools as necessary.
• Monitor machine operation to verify accuracy of settings and detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining; report issues.
• Read prints and check part specifications using measuring tools to ensure accuracy.
• Consult with machine shop supervisor for first article inspection for quality assurance.
• Inspect work pieces throughout production to identify out-of-tolerance machining.
• Assemble machined parts to verify function and guarantee quality.
• Navigate controller screens to make offset adjustments as needed.
• Recover machine from alarm scenarios.
• Troubleshoot machine operation and run issues; communicate solutions to Machine Shop Supervisor and implement upon approval.
• Maintain a safe and clean work station.
• Perform effective start-up and shut-down procedures.
• Accurately complete all documentation, work orders, travelers, and reject travelers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Related vocational or technical training required.
• CNC Operator Certificate preferred.
• Minimum 3 years as a machine operator required.

Skills

• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong functional and technical skills in operating CNC machinery.
• Ability to effectively and safely use small hand and measuring tools such as calipers, deburring tools, and hand files.
• Keen understanding of equipment controls and instrumentation.
• General understanding of supply management, tooling, and inventory control.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to use hand deburring tools to prep parts for the next operation.
• Apply common sense to carry out written or oral instructions.
• Understand scheduling process for shifts and machines.
• Willingness and ability to participate in process improvement.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to function in high-pressure situations.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer.
• Correctable vision and hearing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to move through a 20,000 square foot building.
• Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods in front of production equipment.
• Ability to stand and/or move around while performing job duties.
• Ability to bend or reach when performing job duties.