What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vertical CNC Operator position at Butler Tool, Inc.?
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. As a privately owned and managed company, we are committed to delivering an exceptional experience through our comprehensive services. We specialize in full-service engineering, design, precision machining, and equipment manufacturing. Ensuring the highest standard of quality and craftsmanship or our valued clients.
What we're looking for:
- Comfortability working with high mix, low volume parts. Ranging in various sizes, materials, and complexity.
- Extensive hands-on experience in the setup and operation of CNC machines.
- Familiarity with selecting, maintaining, and using various cutting tools and fixtures.
- Strong troubleshooting abilities to identify and resolve machining issues quickly. For example:
- Skilled in identifying mechanical and software issues within CNC machines. This includes understanding error codes, alarm messages, and other indicators that suggest a malfunction.
- Recognizing signs of tool wear, such as changes in surface finish or dimensions, and knowing how to adjust feed rates, speeds, and tool selections accordingly. Also adept at diagnosing and addressing tool breakage to minimize downtime.
- Experience in implementing process improvements and efficiencies.
- Ability to program CNC machines from scratch, when needed.
- Skilled in selecting optimal tool path strategies, including appropriate feeds, speeds, and depths of cuts.
- Ability to calculate RPM based on SFM.
- Versatility in operating both CNC vertical machining centers and turning centers is highly preferred.
- High attention to detail, capable of maintaining tight tolerances.
- Advanced knowledge of shop mathematics, including trigonometry.
- Strong ability to interpret and understand complex technical drawings and blueprints.
- Consistently efficient in running both new and repetitive jobs.
The candidate should be able to demonstrate a deep understanding of machining processes and the ability to produce high-quality components efficiently.
Why you'll love joining the Butler Tool Team:
- Competitive wages with overtime opportunities
- Comfortable air-conditioned shop
- 100% company paid premiums for Health, Dental, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Up to 100% tuition reimbursement for continued education in various fields
- PTO with 8 paid holidays per year
- 401(k) plan with company matching contributions
- Annual bonus opportunities
- Referral bonuses
We're moving! Butler Tool is currently building a brand-new facility in Sussex, WI. This facility will be over twice as big as our current location! Please consider this possible commute change to be in affect within the coming year.