Machine Operator

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, reference planes, locations of surfaces and machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Sets up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting chucks, tool attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops and pushers.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing milling, drilling, grooving and cutting, including turning facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes, adjusting and reprogramming controls; identifying and sharpening/replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for needed repairs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.
• Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
• Ability to assist and direct the cutting, machining, and configuration of complex block layouts prior to bonding to achieve final dimensional requirements.
• Adhere to Business Management System requirements

General Conduct

• Cleans up after night time shutdown of machinery.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area and general housekeeping.

Typical Equipment Used

• 3 or more axis machining center
• Turning lathe
• Variety of hand tools
• Tape measures, calipers and other measuring devices
• Carts, dollies and other heavy weight moving equipment

Other Duties And Responsibilities

• Ability to train employees in the routine operation of the CNC in order to function as a back-up and/or additional shift coverage operator.
• Other related duties and projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-3 years of experience in CNC machine operation
• Demonstrated understanding of tool holders and tool types
• Demonstrated understanding of differing feed and speed settings
• Demonstrated understanding of tool path following/alternative paths
• Conceptual skills
• Basic math skills
• Ability to operate & enter data into standard Windows based computers
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills
• Analytical thinking/problem solving
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and be dependable, flexible and adaptable to meet changing or multiple deadlines
• Ability to take initiative to identify a problem, obstacle or opportunity and take action within the scope of the position, as authorized
• Ability to exercise judgment to solve operational problems where the answer is not apparent
• Process understanding on issues relating to mixing ingredients to make products
• Ability to operate & use equipment (mixers, transfer tanks, ovens, saw, planer, lathe, milling, tumbler, dust collector, hand tools, fork lift)
• Ability to read and understand QC inspection documentation
• Visual acuity to identify surface quality defects 1/32” and larger