What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Set-Up Technician position at Winsert?
Winsert is seeking skilled machinists to join our team in South Bend, IN!
Pay: $27 - $30 per hour
Winsert offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Life and disability
- Health savings account with company contributions
- 401k matching contributions
- PTO
- Employee assistance program
General Summary:
Proficiently and safely set up and operate multi-axis machining equipment using a variety of measuring/inspection equipment to produce parts within production standards.
Essential Job Functions:
- Perform setups and operate a variety of machinery including but not limited to: 4-axis, 5-axis, turning, mill/turn, 2-axis lathe equipment, grinding equipment, and/or Swiss machines.
- Change tool settings to keep product dimensions within specified tolerances and meet expected cycle times.
- Inspect product to verify conformance within required specifications, using a variety of measurement and inspection equipment.
- Troubleshoot equipment for process/maintenance issues, collaborate with Maintenance and Engineering when necessary.
- Perform limited data collection requirements, such as SPC or daily production information.
- Perform prototype or sample work as needed.
- Train new machine shop personnel as needed.
- Participate in daily huddles and production related meetings.
- Performs routine maintenance tasks as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge and experience with: 4-axis, 5-axis, 2-axis turning, mill/turn, lathe equipment, grinding equipment, and/or Swiss machines.
- Excellent time management, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to use computer skills for ERP reporting and data entry.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints.
- Strong mechanical aptitude.
- Understanding of basic mathematics.
- Competent in both English and metric measurement scales.
- Ability to read, understand and edit G-code for CNC programs.
- Proficient in adjusting machining programs.
- Consistency, professionalism, and personal accountability are important attributes for this position.
Physical Demands:
- Must be able to actively move through production space to work with staff.
- Vision must be correctable to allow reading/viewing of documents and computer screen.
- Hearing must be correctable to allow understanding of instructions and communication with others.
- Mobility and coordination must allow for required tasks to be completed.
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in setting up and operating machine tools.
- Hands-on experience with CAD (SolidWorks) and CAM (Esprit) preferred.
- Familiarity with conversational Mazak programming, Integrex lathe, Fanuc controllers preferred.
- Technical training preferred.
Salary : $27 - $30