What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Operator position at Halpin Staffing Services?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Produces manufactured parts and routinely inspects parts to ensure high quality. Inserts stock piece, closes door, punches appropriate controls to start and stop the process. Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions such as worn or damaged cutting tools. Replaces tools as necessary. Removes debris with compressed air as needed between steps. Grinds or removes burrs on finished parts.
2. Measures workpiece for conformance to specifications using a variety of precision measuring instruments such as caliper, micrometer, or plug gauge provided. Performs offsets as needed to improve machining operations. Notifies Cell Leader of discrepancies which cannot be easily corrected.
3. Reviews blueprints and method sheets to determine machining sequence and dimensions of finished workpiece.
4. Working this cell includes operating the press machine on parts. Washing and rustproofing finished parts and packaging into containers for shipping.
5. Offers suggestions to make improvements to product flow and/or processes whenever possible.
6. Performs daily maintenance to ensure equipment and work area are always clean and organized.
7. May be asked to assist in changing tools, making offset adjustments, and verifying changes to for Operator I.
8. May be trained in CNC setup as experience progresses.
9. May be cross trained to run CNC Milling/Turning center machines.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
High school education and 5 years machining related experience. Completion of shop certificate program at technical college and 3 years related experience. Or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Mechanical aptitude. The ability to establish and sustain harmonious working relations and to communicate effectively with customers and employees at all levels is essential to accomplishment of primary responsibilities.
