CNC Lathe, Mill & Hob Operator

CNC Lathe, Mill & Hob Operator

Under the direction of the Supervisor, the CNC Lathe, Mill & Hob Operator sets up, adjusts and operates CNC machining equipment for mass production of machined parts in accordance with manufacturing and quality standards and meeting customer specifications.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Includes the following, other duties may be assigned.

• Set up, adjust and operate manual and CNC machining equipment for producing machined parts. Vary or adjust speeds, feeds, tooling, and operating sequences. Maintain and adjust tooling to hold tolerances.
• Ensure equipment operates correctly and safely. Diagnose and correct operating, material and tooling problems and notify appropriate personnel as required.
• Operate machines in accordance with cycle times.
• Inspect parts for adherence to quality standards.
• Perform specified equipment maintenance and cleaning.
• Follow all clean up and housekeeping procedures. Comply with all quality and safety regulations.
• Train and guide assisting personnel on set ups and operations. Assist other operators on the more difficult set ups and operations.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience: Requires one to three years of trades training or equivalent experience and three to five years of related machining experience.

Other Skills and Abilities: Requires the ability to operate a wide variety of equipment including CNC machines, broaches, burring, washing equipment, a wide variety of small hand and power tools, and precision measuring tools. Requires knowledge of gear principles, inspection and machine shop procedures