CNC Setup Operator

CNC Setup Operator

Assure that all machines within assigned manufacturing cell are properly set up to perform required operations involving all levels of complexity / difficulty. Operate machines as required, and instruct, assist and participate in the work of assigned team.

Operate CNC machines, lathes machines, milling machines, boring machines, and tool grinding equipment.

Write and execute programs for CNC machines.

Determine work procedures from drawings, sketches, schedules, and blueprints.

Repair and make parts.

Refine design fixtures.

Assist in prototype development.

Inspect all work to assure parts manufactured meet print and make adjustments to correct problems if necessary, seeking assistance for variables beyond own control.

Follow SOP required within work cell.

Understand ISO procedures and know where appropriate documentation is kept

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years experience in related field.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Technical Education or training preferred

Technical Depth and Breadth:

• Familiarity with Fanuc and Okuma controls.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, dial indicators, and complex gauges.
• Knowledge of complex math related to a machining environment.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, charts and tables.
• Familiarity with basic machining equipment repair and preventative maintenance.

Problem Solving and Analytical Skills:

• Adaptable to a challenging and continuously changing work environment.
• Exercise good judgment when following, interpreting, and executing work required.

Teamwork and Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to work in a team setting tasked with achieving departmental goals.
• Continuously increase R&D Machine Shop productivity.
• Must be comfortable working close with the Engineering team to clarify drawing intent and provide constructive feedback.

Communication/Contact with Others:

• Able to read, understand and follow written & verbal instructions and directions in English.
• Good oral and written skills required to communicate technical information effectively with internal and external customers and suppliers.

Physical and Mental Demands:

With or without reasonable accommodation:

• Required to sit, stand, bend & reach.
• May be required to stand, sit or alternate between sitting and standing for 8+ hours at a time, based on business needs.
• Require near vision acuity, color vision, and visual accommodation to see and manipulate small parts at near point for extended periods of time.
• Good hand/eye coordination and manual dexterity.
• Ability to monitor machine sounds to identify and diagnose changes in order to take appropriate action is required.
• Frequent lifting of materials <10 lbs., occasional lifting up to 26 lbs.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment as required, may include safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and/or any other equipment deemed necessary.
• Exposure to noise and chemicals in a manufacturing work environment.