CNC / MKNB Machine Operator, 2nd Shift - Johnson City, TN

Scope

This position sets up, operates and tends to grinding machines and related tools that produce fluted endodontic files.

Key Responsibilities

• Studies shop orders, DHRs and work instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and operational sequences.
• Sets and adjusts machine controls according to product specifications, utilizing knowledge of machine operation and gauging.
• Activates machine start-up switches to grind, lap, hone, debar, shear, or cut work pieces, according to specifications.
• Observes machine operations to detect any problems; make necessary machine adjustments to correct problems.
• Adjusts machine parameters using machine touch screen interface.
• Inspects or measures endodontics files to determine conformance to required specifications, using measuring instruments such as gauges or comparators.
• Operates 6-8 CNC Machine Files New Beckhoff (MKNBs).
• Performs machine Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) at start-up.
• Selects machine tooling and changeover details to be used, utilizing knowledge of machine, production requirements and process documentation.
• Mounts and positions grinding wheels and perform tooling changeovers using hand tools.
• Maintains housekeeping (5S and 6S).

Education

A High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred, or combination of work experience and education; Technical degree a plus (AS or BS).

Years and Type of Experience

• Six months work experience and/or training on metal machines preferred.
• Minimum of six months to 1 year machine operation experience or equivalent technical work/education experience.

Key Required Skills, Knowledge and Capabilities

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair and maintenance.
• Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine to exact positioning.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods.
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
• Detail oriented and self-motivated.
• Works well under pressure, can multitask and time management.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedural documents and safety instructions.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively and clearly communicate one-on-one and in small group settings.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference and volume.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Basic computer skills such as data entry, manufacturing software, email and internet applications.

Physical Demand and Work Environment

• Daily routine will consist mostly of production work requiring light to medium physical activity.
• Seldom (0-10%): Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Occasional (11-33%): NA
• Frequent (34-66%): Talk or hear
• Constant (67-100%): Stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles
• Weight lifted: Up to 25 lbs seldom (with assistance); 10 lbs occasionally
• The typical work environment is moderate noises (manufacturing machinery)
• Provided hearing protection when needed due to loud noises
• Repetitive motion - provided breaks to do proper hand exercises
• Potential feet/back strain from excessive standing and lifting - provided padded floor mats and breaks to do stretches
• Provided safety glasses to be worn at all times in CNC cell