CNC Operator - 1st Shift

Company Description

Who is Pyrotek? Pyrotek is the most successful global industrial company you've never heard of (until now). Pyrotek is a global leader in high temperature materials and our products impact virtually everyone in the developed world. Our global team has worked for decades to deliver new technologies, advanced engineered systems and innovative materials to customers in industries all over the world. Join our team and create, improve and innovate the everyday!

Job Description

1st Shift: 5a to 3p, Monday - Thursday

** This position eligible for a sign-on bonus **

The CNC Operator will produce machined parts by setting up and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine and adhering to safety requirements and quality standards. Keep accurate work records and properly maintain machining equipment and supplies.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities

• Precisely plan machining projects by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, locations, and machining parameters.
• Accurately interpret and apply geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T), calculating requirements using basic math, geometry, and trigonometry, and proving parts.
• Correctly set-up machines by installing and adjusting jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops and stock pushers, and indicating vices and trimming heads.
• Ensure product specifications by drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; take measurements, detect malfunctions, troubleshoot processes, and adjust and reprogram controls, sharpening and replacing worn tools, as needed.
• Operate and maintain auxiliary equipment including Mills (Conventional), Drill Presses and Band Saws.
• Provide operator and inspection instructions for CNC Operator Assistants.
• Properly maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and communicating the need for repairs.
• Maintain continuity among work shifts by utilizing and completing production and quality logs, and documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Continuously maintain a clean, neat, and organized workstation.
• Ensure proper storage and maintenance of tools required for production demands.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• High School Diploma or GED, plus a minimum of one (1) year of experience as a CNC Operator Assistant; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Technical/Machining Skills. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and sketches. Ability to read and understand directions, work instructions, work orders, set up sheets, and packaging instructions. Ability to learn, understand and apply technical products to various industrial manufacturing processes. Ability to use hoists and power tools. Working knowledge of machining, including the ability to use and accurately interpret dimensional measuring tools and equipment. Must have basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division), and ability to apply to all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Proficient in machine set up, tooling knowledge, and reading blueprints. Proficient in using new applications, including Computer Numerical Control (CNC) automated controls for machining and PWS system in navigating all tabs involving operational, inspection detail, work instructions and packaging.
• Core People Skills. Ability to positively interact and work collaboratively with a diverse group of people at all levels of the organization. Genuine with high ethical standards, values, personal integrity, and honesty. Ability to apply a large measure of common sense to a variety of situations.
• Computer/Application Skills. Basic computer skills. Ability to learn and apply new applications, including Computer Numerical Control (CNC) automated controls for machining and PWS system, to navigate all tabs involving operational work instructions, inspection detail, and packaging. Ability to perform G-code and/or conversational programming.

Physical/Sensory Requirements
The following physical activities described here are representative of those required by a Team Members to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation, if feasible, will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of position.

Must be able to stand for long periods of time, bend, reach, walk, and use hands and fingers to grasp, handle or feel. Ability to lift up to 75 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently. Must be able to communicate effectively in English by telephone, in person and in writing. Effectively use a personal computer. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Working Environment
While performing the essential responsibilities of this position, Team Member generally will work in an industrial manufacturing environment, where moderate background noise, presence of natural and artificial light, exposure to work temperatures from ambient to controlled, hard walking surfaces for standing and walking, and moderate amounts of airborne graphite dust, are present. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as approved footwear, respirators, safety glasses/goggles, etc., may be required.

Additional Information

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Pyrotek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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