CNC Operator

CNC Operator

Operates CNC equipment which performs the machining operations such as turning, boring, facing, etc on powdermetal product.

Job Description:

• Review control plan and process instructions for the current part being machined.
• Verify all of the gauges is accurate and in good working order using the appropriate masters and/or standards.
• Get the machine ready for operation.
• Start operation of the require machines.
• Perform quality checks per control plan and accurately records in Plex or equivalent.
• Make offset adjustments as needed.
• Monitor the machine for normal operation. Report any issues to CNC Setup or Team Leader/Supervisor.
• Change cutting tools at required intervals per control plan or as needed. Record tool life and do quality checks for affected features per control plan.
• Loads parts into the automation. This includes filling bowels, conveyors, or skids into robots for loading.
• If the automation is not applicable or not working, load parts into the lathe by hand.
• For any product out of control plan specification, the technician identifies, contains and generates Discrepant Material Report (DMR) and forwards to the Material Review Board (MRB). The Technician must go back through the parts until a clean point is found. Report defective material to Team Leader or Supervisor.
• Record production on an hourly basis for OEE tracking.
• Packs parts into (or onto) appropriate boxes, dunnage or skid.
• Labels all completed boxes, dunnage, or skid with the appropriate label.
• Perform Final Audit checks per control plan.
• Move completed skid out of cell.
• Accurately reports production and scrap into Plex or current method of data collection.
• Clean machine, tooling, and parts. ie; remove chips, fill oil and/or coolant, wipe down the outside of the machine, etc.
• Follow safe operating procedures. Report any safety issues or hazards.
• Communicates with co-workers from the previous and following shifts to discuss problems and concerns.
• Insures operation runs at required production rate. Notifies Team Leader or Supervisor when this does not occur.
• Assist other employees as directed by the Team Leader and/or Supervisor.

Required Skills and Education:

Education: High school diploma or general education Degree (GED)

Experience: Knowledgeable in the following:

• Know what it takes to have a safe workplace
• CNC machining
• TS-16949 Quality Systems Requirements
• ISO-14001 Environmental Management Systems
• Control Plans
• Lock-out Tag-out
• Problem Solving

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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