Machining Setup- Day Shift

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Purpose:   Set-up and operate CNC production machines to machine metallic work-pieces.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Ensure a safe work environment for self and others.  Follows all safety rules and regulations. Demonstrate commitment to safety program.
• Review and follow work instruction, management system procedures and standard operating documents.
• Run CNC, manual machines, or hand held 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.
• Utilizes the 5-S principles (sort, set in order, shine, standardize, and sustain) to maintain an orderly, clean and safe work area.
• Regularly meet or exceed efficiency requirements.
• Produce parts that meet the Company’s quality standards.
• Actively participates in CIP events to improve the safety, quality, and efficiencies of our current processes and procedures.
• Support and positively contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Work at a consistent and steady pace, be prepared to work each day, and report to assigned work center in a punctual manner.
• Communicates with supervisor and co-workers in a professional manner. 
• Ensure work center is prepared for the next operator.  This includes cleanliness, organization, supporting documentation.
• 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.
• Assists with machine operator and set-up training of co-workers as directed by supervisor/lead.
• 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.
• Work closely with quality personnel to troubleshoot and correct quality issues.
• 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.              
• Work with Engineering to maintain accuracy of production books/work instructions.
• Work with Machinist/Engineering to troubleshoot processes in order to make improvements.
• Assist with the implementation of new processes as needed.
• Promote a positive atmosphere.  Actively support activities that promote the welfare and morale of TEAM employees.
• Will be required to perform other duties as requested, directed or assigned.

Minimum Requirements: 

    Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 3 years CNC Operator experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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

Physical Demands

• Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 20 lbs, occasionally lift and/or move up to 33 lbs., rarely lifting up to 65 lbs.
• Ability to do repetitive movements (i.e. bending, twisting, walking)
• Able to continuously operate at a minimum of 3 hours

·        Ability to stand up to 100% of shift

See Functional Job Description for complete demands