Summary of Position

Responsible for operation of CNC mills and lathes.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for daily warm up and shut down of machine.
• Use jog control and MPG (Manual Pulse Generator).
• Responsible to inspect, replace, and set tooling.
• Read and interpret drawings to determine dimensions of critical features to confirm accurate finished work pieces.
• Load and unload fixtures.
• Perform basic routine maintenance functions on equipment.
• Perform inspection of own work using go and no-go gauge to ensure few or no mistakes are made in the assembly of the product.
• Communicate with supervisor, engineers, production control, quality, and other manufacturing personnel for assignments and to resolve quality issues.
• Produces the required quantity of parts and/or product to meet established daily goals.
• Utilize company ERP system to track product through the production line.
• Maintain sound working knowledge and application of firearm safety.
• Complete all required paperwork timely and accurately.
• Adhere to all employment policies/safety policies/practices required by law/established by Company.
• Wear all necessary Personal Protective Equipment as always directed by Company.
• Immediately report any maintenance and/or safety issues to supervisor.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude towards co-workers, other departments, and the Company.
• Maintain respect, courtesy and professionalism towards all co-workers and the Company.
• Actively participate and support the 5S process by maintaining a clean workstation and department.
• Other duties assigned as required.

Qualifications & Knowledge Required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. These requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to use precision measuring instruments, including but not limited to, calipers, ID and OD micrometers, depth gauges, indicators, and scales.
• Ability to use tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts, and other accessories used on various CNC machines.
• Prior CNC operator experience required.
• General mechanical ability is preferred.