5-Axis Machine Operator

Immediately Hiring!

5-Axis Machine Operator-Huntsville, AL

Available Shift- Off Shift

Hourly Rate: TBD

Eligibility: Only U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply

As a Machine Operator, you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people's lives!

Primary Responsibilities

• Make accurate setups making sure Tombstones and/or fixtures are clean and free of burrs etc., checking cutting tools for proper gage length and diameter, making sure tools are not dull or chipped.
• Operate milling machines, CNC machines, routing machines, lathes, drill presses, forming rolls and other shop equipment including all types of hand tools. Uses Dial and/or Vernier calipers, surface gauges, micrometers and other instruments to assure precision workmanship.
• Read and interpret part and tool drawings and be able to translate this drawing into a machined part.
• Calculate optimum feed and speed rates to obtain maximum productivity and quality.
• Check for proper machine alignment (spindle, fixture, tram holes etc.) and perform proofing/first article runs.
• Obtain a good working knowledge of the machine code (G codes, M codes, etc.) and the ability to use MDI to manipulate the machine tool during set-up and other manual machining operations.
• Read, interpret and follow Setup Sheets, Tooling Work Instruction Sheets, and Dimensional aids as given by CNC Programmer, Process Engineer, or Supervisor.
• Use micrometers (inside, outside and depth), calipers, dial indicators, scales, and various gauges for verification of dimensional quality work produced.
• Handle/ Clean/ Maintain Tooling and Fixturing in a manner that will protect the quality and longevity of the tools.
• Inspect Glass, Units and/or Tooling after machining to ensure compliance with all quality requirements.
• Maintain proper housekeeping and safety procedures for CNC machining, reporting any potential machine or safety problems to Supervisor or Maintenance immediately.
• Follow all plant general and safety rules, stays alert at all times to both general and specific hazards, makes proper and appropriate use of safety equipment and works in a. manner to ensure the safety of self and others.
• Perform TPM and 5S requirements on a daily basis.
• Attend training sessions as designated by supervision.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervision.
  
  

Qualifications

• 5-Axis CNC Machines (3-5 Years)
• Understand G-Code interface language (3-5 Years)
• Understands the five axis of machine motion, with the ability to interpret the axial tool movement according to machine code
• Basic Math Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Excellent Teamwork skills
• Blueprint reading experience
• Know how to interpret and apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
• Ability to evaluate and understand customer specifications and requirements
• Ability to use micrometers & calipers
• Problem Solving Skills
• Self-Motivated
• Good Time Management Skills
• Good Communication Skills
  
  

Additional Required

• -Experience with 5-Axis CNC Machines (3-5 Years)
• -Understand G-Code interface language (3-5 Years)
  
  

Additional Preferred

• Experience with Mazak or Cincinnati CNC Machines
  
  

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.