Davenport Screw Machine Set-up Operator

Job Title: Davenport Screw Machine Set-up Operator

Department: Production

SUMMARY:

Sets up and operates single or multiple spindle lathe type screw machines equipped with automatic indexing and feeding mechanisms to machine metal or bar stock by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Operates one or more previously set up multiple spindle screw machines equipped with automatic indexing and feeding mechanisms to perform turning, boring, threading, and facing operations on metal bar stock, analyzing specifications and deciding on tooling according to knowledge of screw machine operations.
• Studies blueprint and plans sequence of operations.
• Selects cutting speeds, feed rates, depth of cuts and cutting tools to be used on basis of experience and knowledge of metal properties and shop mathematics.
• Installs collets, bushings and stock pushers in stock-feeding mechanism.
• Installs and adjusts cams, gears, and stops to control stock and tool movements at each station.
• Positions and secures tools in tool holders, verifying positions with gauges and other measuring instruments.
• Moves controls to set cutting speeds and feed rates.
• Cranks machine through cycle, stopping machine and adjusting tool positions and machine controls to allow for such factors s timing, clearance between moving parts, and chip removal.
• Starts machine, observes operation, and verifies conformance to specifications of firs-run and sample work pieces, using such instruments as plug and ring gauges, calipers and micrometers.
• Replaces worn tools. Instructs other workers
• May operate bench grinder to sharpen tools. May set up and operate single spindle screw machine. May be required to have experience with particular material or product or machine of particular size, type, or trade name.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or GED preferred and one two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENT:
• Must have 2-3 years of relevant experience with ACME, Davenport and/or New Britain machines.

• Ability to read & understand blueprints and technical documents commensurate with machine operation.

No sponsorship visa (H1-B, etc) candidates at this time, sorry.

Qualified candidates must submit their resume in Microsoft Word format along with at least three professional references to:

COYOTE TECHNICAL & EXECUTIVE SOURCING
Phil Montoya
Director of Sourcing

Davenport Screw Machine Set-up Operator - Willowbrook, IL

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