Job Description

This position is primarily responsible for operating a computer numerical control (CNC) lathe and mill machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Essential Functions:

· Read blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).

· Sets-up mills and lathes by installing tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices

· Loads or feeds mechanism by lifting stock into position.

· Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces.

· Maintains specifications by observing milling, drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread cutting operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; 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.

· Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

· Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

Required:

· General math skills with the ability to understand measuring/measurement concepts and their applications.

· Familiarity with basic tools of measuring and when to use for inspection of parts.

· Must be organized, detail oriented.

· Ability to read and use micrometer and calipers.

· Standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 50lbs.

· Experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing type environment.

· Work Safely in the Manufacturing Production Environment.

· Follow detailed verbal / written assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.

· Read and understand work orders and assembly instructions.

· Prepare and assemble materials and parts in a manufacturing production environment.

· Move, process, and organize materials and manufactured products.

· Perform quality control checks and verification of work order specifications.

· Properly fill out basic forms, reports, and label products correctly.

· Communicates and works effectively with others.

· Report problems with quality, processes, equipment and materials to Supervisor.

· Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.

Education & Experience:

· High School Diploma or GED.

· CNC Machining Certification preferred.

· Experience in G-Code and/or Conversational Programming preferred.

· Experience in CAD/CAM Nesting Software preferred.

· 3 or more years operating and S/U experience on CNC equipment.

· Experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing type environment.

· Experience with DMG Mori CNC machines and HAAS is a plus.