CNC Machine Operator Trainee

Position Summary

The CNC Machine Operator Trainee position is intended for candidates with no previous experience operating CNC Machinery. The role is a probationary one designed to assess an employee’s abilities to safely operate CNC machining in a supervised capacity. Evaluation focuses on attendance and proficiency in training activities.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Introduction to all machine related controlled documentation.
• Introduction to replacing and setting tools.
• Introduction to cutting angles, cutting surface, and tool geometry.
• Introduction to tool identification, components, assembly, and causes of wear.
• Introduction to alarm codes and notification lights that trainees should be able to identify but not solve to action and escalate appropriately; this includes broken tool alarms, tool change warnings, and tool change alerts.
• Develop basic blueprint reading skills through classroom training, e-learning, and process shadowing.
• Develop an understanding of loading and unloading machines in a safe consistent manner under direct supervision of trainers.
• Learn how to use equators and other handheld precision measuring equipment.
• Complete training assignments during the allotted time as indicated by the instructor/trainer.
• Participate in groups during training exercises.
• Participate in and sustain 5S Standards.
• Must follow all required Safety and ISO procedures.
• Regular on-site attendance and punctuality is a necessary function of this position.
• May be required to work in other functional areas and/or facilities depending on business needs.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate shifts based on business needs.
• Miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Education/Experience & Skills

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Typically requires 90-days in SIG's CNC Bootcamp.
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions in English.
• Must be able to convey ideas and information clearly, concisely, and accurately to others in English, both verbally and in written form.
• Basic computer and math skills are required.
• Some experience reading drawings is helpful but not required.
• Basic knowledge of “Machinist” or manufacturing terminology.

Working Conditions

• Regularly perform repetitive tasks.
• Work is primarily standing (90 + % of the shift) except for lunch and break periods.
• Shifts are 8 hours, 10 hours, and 12 hours.
• The duties of this job normally require exposure to a typical manufacturing environment.
• Frequent standing, sitting, stooping/squatting, walking, and stair climbing can be expected along with frequent lifting and/or moving of tooling, parts containers, and materials up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to reach with hands and arms, bend and kneel frequently at a minimum of 50% of the shift, as well as undergo repetitive wrist, hand, elbow, shoulder, and ankle motions.
• Must demonstrate proficient fine motor skills, ability to grip, reach, pull, turn, and use tools to torque fixtures in various machinery or in the assembly, machining, or testing of parts.
• Specific vision abilities required may include close vision, distance vision, peripheral and depth perception, and the ability to focus on fine print.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. security mandates.