CNC Operator l- 2nd Shift

Responsibilities

As a CNC Operator at Superior Tire & Rubber Corp., your primary responsibilities include:

• Learning machine operation to run product, including proper loading and unloading.
• Meeting daily production quantity goals.
• Reporting production and downtime.
• Measuring and inspecting product to required dimensions per the inspection sheet at specified intervals.

Essential Job Functions by Level

Production Assistant

• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding job status and any issues.
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Comply with company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE), as required.
• Follow the 5S principles: Sort, Set, Shine, Standardize, and Sustain.
• Look for ways to improve production efficiency using 5S Practices.
• Keep your work area organized and ready for daily 5S inspections.

Level I Machine Operation

• Load machine to run various parts.
• Follow a step-by-step training log for proper machine operation, including loading/unloading, machine controls, and routine maintenance.
• Execute all operations according to Superior Production System (SPS) standards.
• Train on how to follow and execute instructions per setup sheet.
• Capable of independent machine startup.
• Meet required machine efficiency rate.
• Fully inspect products independently.
• Read and comprehend prints.
• Inspect parts at specified intervals per the inspection sheet.
• Operate measurement tools such as dial calipers, micrometers, and bore micrometers.
• Inspect tools and change inserts/tools at proper intervals to maintain tool life.
• Record and report any discrepancies or defects to your immediate supervisor.
• Execute daily startup checklists, cranes, grinders, and machine fluids.
• Report any issues or need for repairs to department supervisor or lead machinist.
• Understand common G and M codes.
• Perform tool touch-offs.
• Basic knowledge of work shift changes.
• Record daily part production and downtime.
• Understand and follow dispatch lists.

Level II Machine Operation

• Independently follow and execute instructions per setup sheet.
• Make necessary programming, offset, and tooling adjustments.
• Understand advanced G and M Code, including G50s.
• Recognize and replace worn tools and inserts, as needed.

Level III Machine Operation

• Comprehensive understanding of new setups and the ability to execute independently.
• Execute new program development, as assigned by Machine Programmer.
• Create or modify new or existing setup sheets.
• Responsible for proving out sets for Operator I and II when required.
• Assist in technical troubleshooting for Assistant, Operator I, and II.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.