CNC Machine Operator - Weekend Shift

About the role

Arthrex, Inc. is a global medical device company and a leader in new product development and medical education in orthopedics. We are currently seeking CNC Machine Operators to support our Pendleton, SC manufacturing facility on Weekend Shift (Friday through Sunday, 6 am to 6 pm).

Responsibilities

• Follow written process and operate a variety of CNC machines and special processes
• Receive work order and verify components are correct
• Receive material and load onto bar feeder
• Perform and record line clearance
• Verify machine is running the correct program
• Deburr parts as required
• Measure parts for conformance to blueprint specifications using precision measuring instruments
• Interact in a Manufacturing environment with a variety of personnel and shift changeover on a daily basis
• Confirm that inspection process is kept at AQLS C=0
• Sort/rework parts as required
• Absorb and assist out on other operations as required
• Perform data entry in SAP system
• Show exceptional teamwork and interact in a Manufacturing environment with a variety of personnel and shift changeover on a daily basis
• Maintain work area in a clean, orderly condition and follow safety procedures
• Report any safety or maintenance concerns to management immediately
• Perform first cut-off
• Returns all axis to the home position
• Stops machine to change settings, replace tools and perform tool offsets
• Recommends process improvements with supervisor or programming personnel to resolve problems
• CNC MO II: Adjusts bar feeder for proper size of material and performs a dry run without material; verifies material against work order for correct lot number
• Performs first PC inspection when set-up is completed
• Adjusts tools to meet blueprint specifications
• Downloads programs to the machine, dry run machine with no material and all tools in place
• Makes sure screen pages and machine operation are monitored to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls or control media; verifies the correct program in the machine is running
• Sets up multi axis lathes and milling machining centers; operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data
• Streamlines processes to increase productivity and quality
• Installs and adjusts collect assemblies, removes or replaces fixture, collects and tools
• Inspects old collects and guide brushes
• Verifies correct tools against tool sheet and program; sets up any type of tool in the pre-setter and/or machine
• Notifies programmers of issues and updates required for improvements
• Supports machine operators as assigned by Crew Coordinators and/or Supervisor
• CNC MO III: Consistently, timely, and accurately set up production and pilot production jobs
• Identify root cause of problems related to machine settings, tooling, fixturing and collets, and notify leadership and correct when authorized
• Drive others to exceed goals
• Identify programming, tool data sheets (TDS) and/or process data sheets (PDS) issues/discrepancies and notify Engineering
• Absorb and assist out on other operations as assigned by Crew Coordinators and/or Supervisor

Requirements

• CNC MO I: High School Diploma or equivalent AND 6 months of direct CNC experience
• CNC MO II: High School Diploma or equivalent AND 2 years of direct CNC machine experience
• CNC MO III: High School Diploma or equivalent AND 4 years of direct CNC machine experience

Qualifications

• All Levels: Attention to detail, successful completion of assigned curriculum within 180 days of hire/transfer which includes completing the Fundamentals of Manufacturing, basic computer literacy, basic math skills, a desire to improve in all areas, and work as part of a team committed to safety, quality, and efficiency.
• CNC MO II: CNC machines set up experience is preferred, use different types of measuring tools and perform all aspects of line clearance.
• CNC MO III: CNC machines set up experience is required, use different types of measuring tools and perform all aspects of line clearance.
• Advanced computer literacy, advanced machine, tools, and/or equipment skills including multi axis Swiss lathes, lathes, milling machining centers, grinders, EDM.

Skills

• A desire to improve in all areas, and work as part of a team committed to safety, quality, and efficiency.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-Provided Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans (Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Critical Illness)
• Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Annual Bonus
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Free Onsite Medical Clinics
• Free Onsite Lunch
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Trip of a Lifetime
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer PTO
• Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)