CNC Machine Operator, CNC Lathe Operator, CNC Mill Operator

Department: CNC Machine Area

Reports To: CNC Program Lead, CNC Production Foreman, Plant Manager, CNC Lathe-Mill Production Foreman

Summary: The CNC Machine Operator, CNC Lathe Operator, and CNC Mill Operator will be responsible for operating CNC machines, loading and unloading various castings or cut stock for machining, and ensuring that all parts meet print and customer requirements in a safe and efficient manner.

Qualifications:

• Education: High school or trade school preferred; GED accepted.
• Certificates, Licenses, or Registrations: Trade School preferred.
• Experience: 5 years of experience in CNC machining.
• Skills:
• Blueprint reading.
• Proficient in using measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, depth micrometers, and indicators.
• Understanding the use of tools such as drills, reamers, and boring bars.
• Knowledge:
• Understanding speeds and feeds for different materials.
• Abilities:
• Must be able to communicate with all shop and management personnel.

Work Environment:

• Exposure: Normal machine shop exposure to air and machine noise.
• Noise: Normal machine shop noise.

Essential Functions:

• Operate CNC machines for machining components.
• Read and understand programs.

Duties & Tasks:

• Load and unload machines upon cycle completion.
• Assist CNC setup during setup procedures, such as loading and unloading required tooling lengths as indicated by the setup sheet.
• Obtain all required tooling for upcoming jobs, ensuring tools are properly sharpened and positioned in the tool holder at the proper length as indicated by the setup sheet.
• Remove tooling from previous jobs, inspect for defects, and tag and mark for proper tool sharpening.
• Take and record all dimensions as required on the In-process Inspection form during the machining cycle.
• Inform CNC supervisor of process problems.
• Deburr parts during idle time.
• Use and understand inspection procedures and equipment.

Join our team and contribute to maintaining high-quality standards in our CNC machining operations. Apply today!