CNC Machining Setup

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Purpose:   Performs required setup for machines in the Shop. Also, performs back-up for Machining Supervisor as needed

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: 

• ·         Ensure a safe work environment for self and others.  Follows all safety rules and regulations. Demonstrate commitment to safety program.

  ·         Demonstrate commitment to the TEAM Industries Quality Management system and Objectives.

  ·         Promote a positive atmosphere.  Actively support activities that promote the welfare and morale of TEAM employees.

  ·         Communicates with supervisor and co-workers in a professional manner. 

  ·         Work at a consistent and steady pace, be prepared to work each day, and report to assigned work center in a punctual manner.

  ·         Regularly meet or exceed efficiency requirements.

  ·         Work with Engineering to maintain accuracy of production books/work instructions.

  ·         Work with Engineering to troubleshoot processes in order to make improvements.

  ·         Assists with machine operator and set-up training of co-workers as directed by supervisor/lead.

  ·         Utilizes the 5-S principles (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain) to maintain an orderly, clean and safe work area.

  ·         Ensure work center is prepared for the next operator.  This includes cleanliness, organization, supporting documentation.

  ·         Support and positively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

  ·         Produce parts that meet the Company’s quality standards.

  ·         Work closely with quality personnel to troubleshoot and correct quality issues.

  ·         Actively participates in CIP events to improve the safety, quality, and efficiencies of our current processes and procedures.

  ·         Assist with the implementation of new processes as needed.

  ·         Review and follow work instruction, management system procedures and standard operating documents.

  ·         Run CNC, manual machines, or handheld tools.  Performs complete change overs, adjust work coordinates and zero sets.  Performs standard work holding troubleshooting procedures.

  ·         Run multiple machines simultaneously. Inspect parts and be able to recognize defects and non-conformities.  Notify supervisor/lead of non-conformance parts immediately.

  ·         Adjust machine settings/off-sets, and adjustments for tool wear.

  ·         Consistently and accurately complete all related paperwork/documentation.  For example, inspection reports, part counts, scrap tags, material tags, etc.   

  ·         Monitor fluids in machine and coolant flow in machine.

  ·         Starts machine, verifies correct program for the work to be done.

  ·         Zero out axis and reset program.

  ·         Move axis as necessary using CNC Controls.  Toggle between all machine modes, e.g. Manual, MDI, edit, jog modes.

  ·         Change inserts and tools.  Trouble shoot and rectify tool wear issues.

  ·         Perform setup of machine in time projected.  Complete all setup and tear-down documentation.

  ·         Sets flow of coolant or cutting oil against tool and work-piece.

  ·         Assist with tool testing as needed.

  ·         Perform unsupported set-ups from scratch on CNC machines in assigned area.  Performs standard troubleshooting procedures prior to seeking assistance.

  ·         Read, interpret and edit machine/parts programs as needed

  ·         Move controls to position tool and work-piece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds and depth of cut 

  ·         Adjust work piece holding as needed.              

  ·         Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Mechanical aptitude
• Basic Math skills, must have a working knowledge of decimals
• Ability to read measuring instruments
• Ability to read and follow work instructions
• Must be detail oriented, with the ability to recognize defects and non-conformities
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Basic understanding of tooling required for setting up a machine
• Working knowledge of the machine mechanics and/or programs
• Regular attendance

Training:

• OJT for Machining Setup