What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Machine Operator position at EXCEL PLASTICS?
Who we are:
Excel is a people-first visual merchandising partner, we work closely with brands to deliver better retail display products and service. We invest in the growth of our employees to create leaders with diverse skill sets and experiences that benefit our clients through their unique perspectives.
Who we are looking for:
We are seeking a experienced CNC Machine Operator to join our dynamic manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating CNC machines to produce precision parts and components, ensuring high-quality standards and adherence to specifications. This role requires a strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to work with various machining tools and equipment. This is a growth-focused role with long-term potential.
Responsibilities
- Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
- Ability to read blueprints and use blueprint for specific job.
- Understand and manage the materials, specifications, and machining parameters that you are working with.
- Proficient in complex plastic fabrication and complex tooling.
- Ability to troubleshoot processes; edit programs; replace worn tools; adhere to quality assurance procedures and processes.
- Tool registers, offsets, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math geometry, and trigonometry.
- Load machine with work pieces; Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces.
- Maintains specifications by observing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions.
- Meet production goals in terms of cycle time, quantity, and quality.
- Properly and safely load and unload castings and raw material in machines.
- Use gauges and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements.
- Recognize, deploy and properly use inserts, fixtures and tooling.
- Understand and have the ability to perform tool wear offsets.
- Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on CNC machines.
- Complies with all quality policies, specifications, regulations and instructions.
Required Qualifications
- 3 years’ experience required and 2-year College degree from Technical College preferred.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge of the tooling and programming process and CNC machinery.
- Working knowledge of equipment, methods, materials and practices used in production operations.
- Knowledge of safety requirement including proper use of equipment and safety precautions.
- Ability to understand, follow, and issue routine oral and written instructions.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as required.
- Capable of moving or transferring products using a forklift or hand cart.
- Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, bend, and twist while performing job duties.
- Work environment noise levels range from moderate to high, with hearing protection advised.
- Safety glasses are required at all times on the shop floor due to the forced air evacuation of metal debris.
JOIN OUR TEAM!
If you are passionate about machining, safety, and efficiency and possess the required skills, we encourage you to apply for this position. We offer competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth within our organization.
Excel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, veteran status, or any other protected status applicable under federal, state, or local law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $23