Machine Operator

Vacuum Process Engineering, Inc., known as VPE, is an exciting special-process manufacturing company for defense, semiconductor, energy markets that is growing. VPE technologies have applications in defense, medical, semiconductor, energy, and commercial aviation. There is never a dull day at VPE; we’ve been in business for 45 years and have 5 buildings with over 200,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing space. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. We are seeking an additional team member for our process engineering and innovation staff; a dedicated individual with good work ethics that is seeking a long-term career with a stable company.

Pay Range: $27-33/hour

Summary/Objectives:

The goal of the Machine Operator will be to increase workflow in the shop by being able to setup, operate, and troubleshoot jobs independently. The candidate will be capable of checking their own work, handle in processing inspections, and perform their own hard checks. The ability to do this independently will increase efficiency and workflow through the entire Machine Shop.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operate and setup CNC lathes and/or Mills.
• Produce and maintain all part characteristics according to specifications with tolerances as low as .001".
• Visually inspect tools for excessive wear.
• Select and install tooling as required by the documentation.
• Inspect parts for acceptance using proper inspection procedures
• Maintain the machines.
• Adhere to all safety procedures and company policies.
• Assist shop production by helping co-workers.
• Maintain work area housekeeping and assist in department/team housekeeping efforts.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory responsibilities

Education and/or Experience:

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school plus a minimum of 4 years of working experience in manufacturing or engineering technicians; or a minimum of 6 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. Ability to read and understand component technical manuals.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Manufacturing software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Current Driver’s License

Other Skills and Abilities:

Be able to program Hass equipment

Experience with Mitsubishi and Sodick EDM’s a plus

Other Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in engineering is a plus

ISO 9001/AS 9100 QMS system

Lean manufacturing system, Root cause analyses, Process control methodology

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision and ability to adjust focus.

essential functions.