CNC Router Operator

CNC Router Operator

The CNC Router Operator is responsible for setting-up, programming and operating a CNC Router according to instructions to produce parts as specified while maintaining safety and quality requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates CNC machine router to cut parts according to specifications
• Review and understand CNC set up instructions, blueprints and specifications
• Operates from detailed blueprints yet able to conceptualize and fabricate parts per requirements
• Operates tools such as but not limited to grinders, band saws, pallet jack, air hose, etc.
• Verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications through the use of calipers, tape measure, height gauge, etc.
• Push control buttons to activate auto cycles
• Evaluate programs for routers by entering instructions including zero and reference points; setting tool registers and offsets; calculating requirements including basic math and proving part programs
• Inspect work pieces for defects and measure work pieces to determine accuracy of machine operation measuring instruments
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating among the different shifts the actions taken, irregularities that occurred and continuing needs of each group
• Ensure a safe working environment and keep work area clean and organized
• Document actions by completing production and quality logs
• Obtain Forklift Certification per Company requirements and operate forklifts in a safe and professional manner
• Record and maintain production and process data per Work Area Instructions
• Inspect and measure parts per Work Instructions, Control Samples, Inspections Plans and Customer Drawings to verify conformance to quality standards
• Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and process deviations
• Notify supervisors when parts fail to meet quality standards
• Utilize computerized data entry equipment and various word processing, spreadsheet and file maintenance programs to enter, store and/or retrieve information
• Manage time to determine priorities in order to effectively accomplish a broad range of activities
• Continuously evaluate and identify opportunities to drive process improvements that positively impact the customer's experience
• Communicates in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner with all employees, customers, and others with whom we may work.
• Contributes to a successful workgroup and fosters a team-oriented culture through positive interactions, active listening, meaningful collaborations, high employee engagement, and the constructive exchange of ideas designed to meet or exceed the organization's strategic goals.
• Follow all Company Policies, Procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, understand and communicate effectively in English
• Basic knowledge of mathematics, including the use of a tape measure, calipers and height gauge and calculator
• Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of commonly used tools
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction on given assignments
• Exhibits solid time management skills and ability to determine priorities in order to effectively accomplish a broad range of activities
• Professional appearance

Physical Work/Environment Requirements

• Work is performed in an office environment (constant 67-100%) and requires seldom (0-10%) movement into a warehouse environment.

Physical Demand

• Sitting: Never - Sit on an adjustable computer chair at the desk (may stand)
• Standing: Constant 67-100% - Intermittently stand on tile, carpet, or cement floor
• Walking: Constant 67-100% - Walk among workstations on tile, carpet, or cement floor
• Heights/Ladders/Stairs: Occasional 11-33% - Use a ladder to retrieve products from shelves
• Twisting at waist: Constant 67-100% - Twist to lift product/documents
• Bending/Stooping: Constant 67-100% - Alternate bend/stoop
• Squatting/Kneeling: Occasional 11-33% - Alternate squat/kneel
• Crawling: Never
• Reaching Out: Occasional 11-33% - Pick products from shelves and retrieve documents
• Talking/Hearing/Seeing: Constant 67-100% - Talk/hear/see people/English documents/instructions
• Working Above Shoulders: Seldom 0-10%
• Handling/Grasping: Constant 67-100% - Hold/grasp controls, hand tools, documents/products
• Fine Finger Manipulation: Constant 67-100% - The position is warehouse and may require use of various types of tools
• Foot Controls: Never
• Driving: Never - Position is warehouse and may require use of various types of tools and/or operation of heavy equipment (e.g. Saws, forklift, tools, etc.)
• Repetitive Motion: Constant 67-100%
• Vibratory Tasks: Never
• Lifting 15 - 75 lbs.: Occasional 11-33% - Lift product and fixtures
• Carrying 15 lbs.: Occasionally 11-33% - Carry work documents and/or product
• Pushing/Pulling 15 lbs.: Occasionally 11-33% - Push/pull product to load/unload, open/close file cabinet
• Comments: Alternate body movements may be used per employee discretion

Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform job functions, ask Manager.