Job Summary:

Supports CNC production and provides set up, program review, and troubleshooting.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Confers, communicates, and works with management and other supervisors to resolve production problems and provide solutions.
• Assist with training for CNC operation along with Shift Lead.
• Ensures all safety and cleanliness requirements are enforced and followed.
• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Set up of CNC mills indicating production fixtures.
• Verifies machine settings by measuring positions, first-run part, sample work pieces, and adjusting offsets and machine as needed.
• Maintains part specifications by observing drilling, machining, boring, and tapping; taking measurements, detecting malfunctions, troubleshooting processes, adjusting and reprogramming controls, sharpening and replacing worn tools, and adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Work with the maintenance department to ensure daily maintenance is performed. (coolant and filters are replaced, etc)
• Set Up and qualification of Trim Dies, as needed.

Required Skills/ Abilities

• Basic machining knowledge of Cartesian coordinate systems, cutting tools, and tool holding principles.
• Intermediate print reading skills and a working knowledge of GD&T.
• Ability to set coordinate system offsets (X, Y, A) and touch off tools either via a tool setter or directly on the work piece (Z).
• Able to interpret a quality report and adjust the machining offsets (X, Y, Z, A) to ensure parts meet dimensional requirements.
• Knowledge of machining technology.
• Ability to offset diameters at the machine to adjust dimensions, can competently use calipers, micrometers, and other handheld measuring tools typical to a machining environment.
• Ability to read and adjust CNC G-code directly at the machining center.
• Ability to load a program and navigate the CNC control to reset the machine and restart programs.
• Must be able to perform moderate to heavy physical demand involving lifting and moving of equipment.
• Driven by process improvement and continuous improvement.
• Strong math skills.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize responsibilities in a fast paced production environment.
• Ability to make judgements and decisions based on company policies and procedures.
• Intermediate understanding of cutting tools and speeds and feeds for typical materials found in a machining environment (Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel, etc.).
• Must be able to work standing for extended periods of time and maintain dexterity when handling parts and components.
• Ability to operate a forklift, hoist, and pallet jack.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills as well as good reading skills to be able to read machine manuals and trouble shoot problems as needed.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check as well as drug and alcohol screening.
• Basic understanding of 5S principles preferred, but not required.
• High level of GD&T understanding
• Experience machining plastics is a plus (high performance polymers especially)
• Understanding of tool off-sets
• Use of Zoller or other tool pre-setter

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED required and technical degree (2 or 4 year) preferred.
• 1-2 Years of experience as a CNC Technician Level 1 (or equivalent outside experience).

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand entire shift (8+ hrs.).
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Requires manual dexterity.
• Moderate physical demand involving lifting and moving of materials and equipment.
• Frequently moves from waist level to floor level.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term & Short Term Disability, Critical Care and Accident Coverage, Pet Insurance, Wellness Program, Vacation, Sick Time, 401K with Match,9 paid holiday's and work/life balance...plus much more!

Equal Opportunity Employer