Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm. Overtime as needed.
Flexible work schedule does apply to this position.
Sets up and operates computer numerical control lathes to perform various machine operations on metallic and nonmetallic workpieces, utilizing knowledge of machine tool capabilities, machinability of materials, and shop math.
Primary duties and responsibilities:
- Reads and interprets blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, programs and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, setup procedures, control settings and machining methods and sequences.
- Mounts, aligns and secures tooling, attachments and workpiece on machine.
- Selects and installs cutting tools in machine spindle.
- Enters commands to retrieve preprogrammed instructions from data base.
- Calculates and sets machine controls to position spindle in relationship to workpiece and to regulate factors such as cutting depth, speed, feed and collant flow.
- Starts machine to change cutting tools and setup according to required machining sequence or to measure parts for conformance to blueprint specifications, using precision measuring instruments.
- Enters commands or manually adjusts machine controls to correct malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
- Operates machine manually to perform nonautomated functions and when automatic programming is faulty or machine malfunctions.
- Discusses control media errors with supervisor or programming personnel to resolve problems.
- May instruct other workers.
- Cleans machine, tooling and parts and removes chips from machine sumps when necessary.
- Performs machine maintenance and repairs as required.
- Uses statistical process control techniques when applicable.
- Interacts with supervisor and/or engineering staff t improve productivity or troubleshoot machining problems.
- Maintains general cleanliness of work area utilizing 5S techniques and methods.
- Maintains production records using time/production cards, layout sheets, programs, etc.
- Performs other related duties and assignments as required.
Worker Functions:
- Gathering, collating or classifying information about data, people or things. Reporting and/or carrying out a prescribed action in relation to the information is frequently involved.
- Talking with and/or signaling people to convey or exchange information. Includes giving assignments and/or directions to helpers or assistants.
- Preparing machines for operation by planning order of successive machine operations, installing and adjusting tools and other machine components, adjusting the position of workpiece or material, setting controls, and verifying accuracy of machine capabilities, properties of materials and shop practices. Uses tools, equipment, and work aids, such as precision gauges and measuring instruments.
Education and Experience:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of one year factory related experience.
- Reasoning Ability: Apply principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagrammatic or schedule form.
- Mathematical Skills: Algebra-deal with system of real numbers; linear, quadratic, rational, exponential, logarithmic, angle and circular functions, and inverse functions; related algebraic solution of equations and inequalities; limits and continuity; and probability and statistical inference. Geometry-deductive axiomatic geometry, plane and solid, and rectangular coordinates. Shop Math-Practical application of fractions, percentages, ratio and proportion, measurement, logarithms, practical algebra, geometric construction, and essentials of trigonometry.
- Language Skills: ability to read safety rules, instructions and methods and procedures in mechanical drawing and layout work; write using proper format, punctuation, spelling and grammar; speak utilizing correct English.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Be precise and accurate in manufacturing products.
- Solve problems and reach conclusions based on subjective or objective criteria.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee:
- Must be able to exert 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally and 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently.
- Must be able to frequently: work with hands, use depth perception, focus eyes, maintain body equilibrium, have clarity of vision at 20 inches or less and extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
- Must be able to occasionally: kneel, hear, crouch, work primarily with fingers, feel primarily with fingertips, identify and distinguish colors, stoop and talk.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee:
- Will be exposed to loud noise from manufacturing.
- Will frequently be exposed to moving mechanical parts, oils/solvents, fumes, noxious odors, mists, gases, and poor ventilation that affect the respiratory system, eyes, or skin.
- Will occasionally be exposed to electric shock.
