Production Machinist LPCT 054

Mission:

To operate a variety of conventional machining tools and equipment, including Electrical Discharge Machines (E.D.M.) and Computerized Numeric Controlled Machines (CNC); to machine castings to customer dimensional and configuration specifications; to measure and dimensionally inspect castings using a variety of measuring devices.

Principal Accountabilities:

• Machining:
  
  

Objective: To machine castings, including gate removal, without mutilation and within customer specification, according to print.

Essential Job Functions:

• Reviews Technique Cards, process sheets, blueprints, and drawings.
• Measures and positions castings using a variety of measuring devices and fixtures.
• Calibrates and adjusts fixtures.
• Reviews tooling and castings after rework or changes.
• Removes gates; may complete rough and finish machining.
• Completes precision machining of castings to proper dimensions and configurations using drill presses, mills, lathes and other machines.
• Visually and dimensionally inspects machined parts to assure quality of castings and compliance with PCC and customer specifications.
• Participates in first article inspections.
• Reviews tooling and castings after rework or changes.
• Performs preventive maintenance on machines to optimize machine life.
• Meet or exceed department quality, productivity and efficiency averages.
• Completes all logs and records, including quality deviation reports, standard corrections and Technique Card revisions.
• Safety:
  
  

Objective: To take responsibility for and demonstrate safe work practices.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adheres to plant and department safety rules.
• Safely operates all machines and equipment.
• Uses safety equipment and lifting equipment when applicable.
• Identifies and reports safety problems.
• Performs other tasks related to safety (5-S program).
• Meets all production and quality standards.
  
  

Other Accountabilities:

• Assist Jig Fixture personnel with job quotes and evaluations as needed.
• Communicates knowledge of machinery and casting to less experienced personnel; may train as assigned.
• May be required to handle hazardous waste.
  
  

Essential Equipment, Vehicles, Tools And/or Machinery Used:

• Lathes
• CNC Mills
• Drill presses
• Pedestal grinders
• Pallet jacks
• Hoists
• Dimensional measuring tools (e.g. calipers, micrometers, gauges, etc.)
• Basic hand tools (e.g. wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers, etc.)
• Forklift
• EDM
  
  

Training:

• Training is provided on the job.
• PCC’s Forklift Driving Safety Certification must be completed.
• May be required to complete Hazardous Waste Management Training.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Completion of machine technology program or apprenticeship and precision machining experience or an equivalent combination of training and precision machining experience.
• Ability to read, interpret and follow specifications on Technique Cards and technical manuals.
• Thorough knowledge of CNC machine functions, tooling and setup procedures.
• Ability to work independently and meet timeline schedules.
• Ability to read and use dimensional tools.
• Ability to recognize, evaluate and respond to problems during the machining process.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations. (Addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Basic knowledge of tooling and setup procedures preferred.