CNC Operator

Job Description

Job Description

The Laser, CNC-Operator, is an essential member of the team. This position is responsible for operating and maintaining laser machines. Also, the operating and maintenance of our ‘die-less’ CNC cutting.

$24-$25 per hour depending on experience

7:00 AM- 3:30 PM

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lasers:

• Load and edit machine programs
• Load material in sheet bays
• Maintain cutting quality at acceptable feed rates
• Perform first part and random part inspections according to protocol on work sheet
• Assures that all products conform to prescribed quality standards
• Separate / “pick” parts from skeletons that are cut on the laser and stack
• Perform general laser main, including startup / shutdown, window cleaning, nozzle centering, cleaning dust bins, replacing cutting beds, and keeping lasers and work environment clean
• Perform advanced maintenance, including window changing / focal depth, external optical path cleaning and realignment, pneumatic, hydraulic, and electrical repair
• Perform maintenance on laser equipment as called out by manufacture. Make repairs to laser equipment as necessary
• Layout laser program to optimize part for best material yield and machine time

CNC

• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, and materials
• Programs mills and knife cutter by entering instructions, including zero and reference points
• Set-up mills and knife cutter by installing and adjusting chucks, tools, and other attachments
• Maintain safe operation by adhering to safety procedures and regulations
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements
• Maintain continuity by documenting and communicating actions
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs as necessary