CNC Lathe Operator (Swing and Day Shifts)

CNC Lathe Operator

The CNC Lathe Operator is responsible for following prescribed standards of CNC operations, meeting cycle times, promoting on time delivery through their performance efforts, demonstrating knowledge and application of lean manufacturing, promoting teamwork through their behavior, acting in accordance with Altek's Policies and adhering to the goals and expectations as defined by management.

Responsibilities:

• Follows the procedures established in the work instructions or by the Assistant Manager(s) and/or Lead(s)
• Follows prescribed standards of CNC Lathe operations
• Pays strong attention to detail, exhibits critical thinking skills and meets set cycle times
• Takes an active role in organizing and improving current processes, when necessary, through SWI change suggestions
• Is proactive in maintaining established company policies and manufacturing strategies
• Inspects product according to Altek's Quality Policies and Procedures
• Builds and maintains positive rapport, communication and behavior with other Altek employees, customers and/or suppliers
• Adapts and modifies as circumstances warrant
• Demonstrates safe work habits
• Embraces Altek's Quality Policy to ensure quality to internal and external customers
• Embraces Altek's vision, core values, and expected behaviors

Functional Responsibilities:

• Completes end-of-shift tie-in log and accurately enters part and scrap counts into Paperless

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• CNC Machining Certificate or minimum of 1 year experience as a Machine Shop Operator
• Ability to accurately read blueprints
• Skilled with portable measuring devices used in the production processes at Altek
• Must be able to read and comply with work instructions, quality documents, and other pertinent written material
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Quality-conscious attitude and pride of ownership in designated responsibilities