2nd shift Utility CNC Laborer

Description

POSITION: Utility CNC Laborer

COMPANY: United Equipment Accessories, Inc.

HOURS: 4 10's Monday-Thursday

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Review blueprints and work instructions to produce accurate work product that meets quality standards, safety requirements and allotted run times while also meeting efficiency and productivity goals of the department
• Generate minimal waste and always maintain a clean and organized work area
• Other projects and duties as assigned by the Production Supervisor

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:

• This position reports directly to the Production Supervisor.
• No positions report directly to this position.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION - High school diploma or equivalent is required. Previous knowledge of CNC operation, wet paint application, and welder settings/technique preferred.

EXPERIENCE - A minimum of six (6) months combined experience and education in manufacturing environment required.

SKILLS - Employees are designated as a Utility CNC Laborer. The main functions of this position are operating CNC machines(Mills & Lathes) in a floater type capacity in addition to help in the Paint department and Welding department as needed to complete daily attainment. Comprehensive problem-solving ability is necessary to operate equipment and trouble shoot errors. Must be able to interpret and follow written and verbal instructions and utilize precision measurement tools and gages. Professionalism and the ability to work well in a team or individual setting is required. Superior attention to detail and strong mechanical aptitude is crucial to produce quality work and operate necessary machinery and equipment.

PHYSICAL - Regularly required to stand or sit for long periods at a time, walk, bend, kneel, and talk. Use of hands and arms is necessary to reach, grab, and handle parts; as well as pushing and pulling motions to operate machine functions. Possess specific vision abilities including near vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus (with corrective lenses if necessary) to perform the requirements of the position. The ability to hear (with mechanical assistance if necessary) sufficiently to understand and comprehend work instructions and individual one-on-one conversations is also necessary. Unassisted lifting up to 50 lbs. is required.

MENTAL - Must be able to read, write and speak English fluently and possess basic math knowledge. The ability to communicate clearly on technical and business levels while maintaining professional conduct is essential. Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions and effectively work under time and budget constraints.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Utility CNC Laborer will primarily work in a plant setting which is a smoke free environment that has typical factory hazards including noise, dust, cutting, drilling, finishing, solvents, lubricants, slipping and tripping hazards, blocked walkways, and hazards common to machining of parts such as sharp tools and objects, moving parts, metal shavings and slivers, unfinished surfaces, flames, sparks, cutting fluids, hydraulic oils and smoke. United Equipment Accessories, Inc. functions in a real market environment that changes at various times of the year, which occasionally may create high output or greater time pressure demands.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND MEASUREMENTS OF PERFORMANCE:

CNC MACHINING -

• Monitor machine and tooling, check coolant concentration and pH, check tooling for wear and replace as needed
• Change over machine as needed to complete parts following visual dispatch.
• Verify machine programs match traveler part number and revision levels
• Suggest areas for improvement to reduce cycle times and improve quality

PAINT -

• Operates wet spray equipment to apply industrial paint finishes on metals and other products
• Mixes paints and other solutions and monitors drying to ensure desired results.
• Completes finishing with baking, polishing or other materials
• Ensure proper ventilation during and after paint is applied

WELDING -

• Perform cutting and welding processes on various types of metals
• Fabricate, join and repair parts
• Weld in flat, horizontal or vertical positions
• Use correct machine setting, gun positioning, and technique to form acceptable weld joints
• Use welding-specific safety equipment including but not limited to PPE, ventilation, adjustable platforms, etc.

GENERAL – Applicable to ALL Machine Shop Employees

• Follow rules and processes as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Safety and Quality Manuals as to conduct and performance standards expected of all employees
• Maintain a positive work attitude that reflects the UEA Core Values (Accountability, Care, Hardworking/Dedicated, Creative Problem Solver and Knowledge Seeker)
• Review blueprints, work instructions, and the production schedule to achieve product specifications
• Accurately record labor hours, indirect time, part quantities, and job notes using ShopTrak
• Record attendance and time off requests utilizing Paylocity
• Remain on task, work efficiently, produce work with minimal waste, and complete work according to budgeted labor hours
• Proper usage of gages, hand tools and precision measurement tools to perform product validation and inspection to ensure quality conformity
• Report internal and external mistakes or issues that negatively impact operations, product quality, or quantity to the supervisor or quality assurance in a timely manner
• Seek opportunities to increase overall efficiency, reduce run times, and job costs
• Perform regular monitoring and service checks on tools and equipment, immediately reporting malfunctions to the supervisor and maintenance
• Maintain a tidy work area and clean equipment
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance, communicate scheduled absences in advance and unscheduled absences as soon as possible
• Follow through and communicate questions, project information and status to the appropriate people
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for the position and situation
• Perform other duties as directed by Production Supervisor, Area Lead, or Operations Manager