CNC Machine Operator

CNC Machine OperatorGenerant was founded in the early 1930's and is headquartered in Butler, NJ. We design and manufacture valves and pressure regulators for a wide variety of industries with a strong position in the Industrial Gases and Cryogenics, Medical Gases and Equipment, Energy, and Chemicals markets.Generant is 100% employee owned. We look for dedicated and talented people who accept the responsibilities of thinking like owners and embrace our mission as stated in our Quality Policy:Our Goal is to provide our customers, suppliers and employees true value. We believe this can only be accomplished through a strong commitment to continuous improvement in the quality of our products, services and working environment.Our team members:Are personally motivated to produce high-quality workAre lifelong learners – driven to continually improveAre well organizedEnjoy working in a team environmentJob SummaryThe primary functions of the CNC Machine Operator are to operate and load bars into multi axis, turning, CNC machines in a productive, high quality, and safe manner. Part quality and production is the focus of their job. They are also responsible for maintaining safe, clean machines and work environment.Essential FunctionsCNC Machine Operators must have functional understanding on how to read engineering drawingsUnderstand and confirm proper paperwork, tools, gages, and bar stock material are present for the jobInspect parts using the visual comparator, caliper, eye loop, appropriate gages, and instruments ensuring machine is producing accurate, quality partsPerform visual inspection of parts for burrs, chatters, chamfer irregularities, hexes, surface finish, etc. always confirming with engineering print and first part inspection samplePerform secondary operations as required such as material lot code stamping, part number identification stamping, & de-burringRecord data of part inspections, bars used, problems, and production quantitiesLoad bar stock into machines and record all information including heat changes in records and work order control systemMaintain machines by keeping machines clear of chips and reporting oil leaksProperly clean parts using the aqueous degreasing machines making sure parts are free of surface oil and lodged chipsMaintain a clean working environment by cleaning the floor with degreasing solution and floor vacuum, emptying the vacuum into the dirty oily water tote as needed and removing any potential hazards for the work environmentUse proper liquids for cleaning areas such as flooring, and otherCommunicate problems to the CNC Operators Supervisor with suggestions for solutionsChange tools, make machine adjustments and offsets as necessarySafely remove bar stock from cantilever racksAbility to run multiple machines at once while maintaining production levels, quality parts, and a clean and safe environmentFollow all company safety and environmental policies and proceduresPerform the job with minimal supervisionPerform other assignments as requiredCNC Machine Operators can bring their own caliper and or eye loupe for approval and calibration or can purchase either through the company.QualificationsEducation/Experience/Skills:High School Diploma or equivalentWorking experience with calipers, comparators, depth micrometer, surface finish testerBasic Math Skills (measuring, use of calculator)Ability to use measuring instruments such as calipers, comparators, depth micrometer, surface finish testerAbility to read and comprehend work-related materials, instructions, and documentation written in EnglishAbility to communicate effectively in English with team members, supervisors, and othersAbility to follow detailed written and verbal instructions provided in EnglishAbility to understand and complete verbal and written training materials presented in EnglishMust be able to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written and verbal instructionsPrior CNC Machine Operator work experience or Manufacturing Certification a plusExperience on turning lathe machinery such as Haas, Mori Seiki, and / or Star CNC Machinery a PLUS!!Physical DemandsMust frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 75 poundsWhen performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands to finger or handle or feel objects and tools or controls and talk or hearEmployee is frequently required to reach with hands and armsEmployee is occasionally required to walkSpecific vision abilities require close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentCNC Machine Operator may work near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to vibrationWork in a machine shop environment where floors may be slippery due to oil spills, use of aqueous degreasing solution for floor cleanup, and metal chipsNoise level is usually moderate for a manufacturing plantWork where a forklift is being operatedReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsBenefitsAlong with our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), we offer medical, dental, vision, a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program in addition to holiday pay, 401k plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), FSA plan, employer paid Life & AD&D insurance and a wide variety of voluntary plans.Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.