CNC Operator IV - 2nd Shift - Monday-Thursday - 4:15pm-2:45am

Position Summary

Operator will load, unload, and inspect parts during the CNC machining process. Operator will be responsible for the quality and quantity of the parts being produced and for achieving production standards.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean work area / 5S standards.
• Follow documented operator procedures such as work instructions, inspection plans and check sheets, and posted operator notes.
• Runs multiple CNC jobs dealing with complex parts.
• Loads, unloads, and inspect parts being machined while maintaining target hourly production rates.
• Consistently produces parts with less than 2% scrap rate.
• Operates a variety of 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills / lathes, along with secondary operations. Operates machining automation (where used).
• De-burrs, polishes, and cleans parts as required.
• Capable of performing cut down operations.
• Interpret all dimensions and GD&T on print, read and understand tolerance block, local notes, revision level, surface finish, etc.
• Performs basic math calculations, including addition and subtraction of decimals.
• Maintains dimensional tolerances as tight as ±.0003".
• Utilizes precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauge pins, etc.
• Can execute machine offsets and tooling changes independently.
• Maintains accurate part counts, fills out box tags and job/quantity tracker, and enters data into manufacturing systems / programs.
• Has the ability to assess job performance, determine when a job is not running efficiently, and make changes when appropriate.
• Report and collaborate with supervisor/lead performing advanced troubleshooting for machining problems.
• Collaborate with supervisor and / or technical team on possible improvements to implement.
• Performs basic CNC machine set-up tasks like length changes on like part families.
• Performs basic CNC machine maintenance tasks.
• Train less experienced CNC operators.
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• HS graduate or equivalent.
• 7+ years of prior experience operating CNC machinery required.
• Experienced operating 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills / lathes.
• Experienced with basic machine setups like length changes on like part families required.
• Experienced in training CNC operators.
• Highly experienced in manufacturing environment required.

Skills

• Excellent working knowledge of CNC functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation on 3-axis, 4-axis, and 5-axis CNC mills / lathes.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent judgment and decision-making capabilities.
• Trains CNC operators.

Work Environment

Manufacturing Environment. Lift up to 50 lbs. regularly. Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time. Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.