Machine Operator (CNC)

About the company

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. We employ approximately 4,400 people company-wide and are committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation.

Responsibilities

• Plans machining process by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Plans stock inventory by checking stock to determine amount available; anticipating needed stock; placing and expediting orders for stock; verifying receipt of stock.
• Programs mills and lathes, including zero and reference points; setting tool offsets, tool compensation, and calculating speed and feeds, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs.
• Uses overhead hoists and fork truck for material movement.
• Provides suggested preventative measures to ensure inherent and robust machine capability.
• Makes recommendations in regard to process improvements as well as new technology.
• Trains personnel as required.
• Maintains quality and safety standards, keeps work history records, maintains equipment and supplies, complies with all 6S standards.
• Supports one weekend a month and is available to support call-ins.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED Equivalent.
• Preferred 3-10 years of related experience and/or training in CNC Machining.
• Understanding of work holding, collets, and tooling.
• Ability to read engineering prints and understanding of GD&T.
• Machining of various materials such as steel, stainless, tool steel, and plastic.
• Conversational programming and understanding of G & M code.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Critical thinking, logic, and reasoning to troubleshoot and solve problems.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• 6S Lean initiative work environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Employer-funded retirement plan.
• Paid vacations and holidays.
• Wellness program.
• Fitness membership.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Employer-supported career development, including tuition reimbursement.