CNC Machine Operator

2nd shift

Starting Payrate: $30.00 Per Hour

Newington CT

Job Summary

Operates horizontal and large milling machines/vertical multi-axis CNC machining centers using premanufactured fixtures. Operates wide variety of machines with minimal or no guidance from start to finish including testing new programs. Can inspect parts to operations process sheets and adjust machines as required to meet required tolerances. Responsible for meeting quality requirements and part count daily.

Job Responsibilities

Working with groups of machines called cells independently or with others to meet tact time
Batching and serializing parts
Document work as needed
Monitor, change, and set cutters. Including ensuring cutters get changed at appropriate time and set to correct limits stated on tool sheets
Following various work instructions (i.e. batch card, standard operating procedures, inspection method sheets, operation sheets, tool sheets, etc.)
Inspect parts with tools provided such as micrometers or indicators to operation sheets
Checking and adding coolant as needed along with monitoring and adjusting refractor coolant level
Removing metal chips out of machines and swapping/moving barrels of metal chips when full
Verify tool offset or work offset or tool length for peers
Make adjustments to work offsets or tool lengths/diameter as needed to ensure a quality part
Ensure and complete preventative maintenance procedures assigned to cell equipment (i.e. filters, oil levels in spindle, vactra level for ways, etc.)
Ability to run a majority of the product mix
Loading and unloading parts for the machines
Support in providing and completing continuous improvement ideas

Required Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
2+ years of Machining Experience in a manufacturing environment
Basic troubleshooting skills; such as identifying tooling issues
Familiarity with the use of measuring devices
Able to multitask
Must be US Person (Citizen or Green Card Holder) or have the ability to obtain the necessary Government licensing to work with controlled technology and products

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to read blueprints
Experience within an aerospace manufacturing environment preferred
Experience with Zimmermann and Simens Control

You should be proficient in:

CNC Machine Repair
CNC Machine Setup & Changeover
Advanced Inspection & Gauge Measurement