CNC Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Since 1970 Precisionmatics has specialized in the manufacture of precision turned and turn/mill mechanical parts to customer specifications. With over 60 model CNC machines we are able to quote and run our customers’ parts using the correct type of machine for each specific application. Currently, Precisionmatics is seeking several Level I CNC Machine Operators to join our growing West Winfield based team.

The CNC Machine Operator interprets dimensional features from customer drawings or prints, properly reading micrometers, calipers and other inspection gages to check production parts. This role offers opportunities for growth and advancement. This position will operate on our morning shift (6:30am – 3:00 pm). Evening shifts (3:00pm - 11:30pm) may be available after successful completion of training, if interested.

Responsibilities:

• Locate proper part inspection file from computer database (Common folder and Epicor).
• Safely operates and maintains preset CNC lathe and milling machines to produce precision machine parts to customers dimensional drawings and specifications.
• Properly uses inspection measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, plug gages and various other QC gages) to determine dimensional accuracy of manufactured parts to customer’s drawings and specifications.
• Performs limited preventive maintenance, on machines such as adding hydraulic oil, coolant, removing chips and completing daily maintenance sheets.
• Perform maintenance and housekeeping for work area including cleaning floors, machine and maintaining a highly organized 5S work bench.
• Perform CNC machine tool offsets, change tool inserts and tools to compensate for tool wear and maintain high quality dimensionally accurate production parts.
• Capable of reading and understanding customer drawings for dimensions and tolerances.
• Capable of reading and understanding tooling set-up sheets to assure proper cutting tool replacement when required to maintain production.
• Ability to safely load, start, stop, changeover various bar loader units utilized in lathe areas.
• Complete Epicor data entry requirements for daily quantity produced, nonconformance and scrap. Properly print out identification tags for each category of parts entered into the system. Understand and execute requests for raw material through Epicor computer system. Complete all other daily paperwork such as manufacturing worksheets.
• Knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management System Sections QAP 7.1.5, QAP 8.6, QAP 8.7.
• Proper operation of the Crib master tool dispensing and storage system. Understanding the procedure to dispense and return perishable and non-perishable tooling and plug gages to their designated storage or collection locations.
• Must be able to produce consistent quality production parts running multiple machines.
• Promote cooperative communication skills between coworkers and management.

Requirements

• Prior machining/manufacturing experience and/or CNC experience is strongly desired.
• Solid math skills required, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Ability to read blueprints and use mics and other simple gages.
• Must have strong work ethics and attention to detail.
• Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal communication skills are a must.
• Self-motivated.
• Ability to multi-task.
• High school diploma, or equivalent required.
• Experience with computers, printers, Epicor ERP system, Crib Master tool vending system, telephones, hand tools and gages, grinders, CNC machines and calculators.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development