CNC Mill Operator

Title:  CNC Mill Operator
Reports To:  Production Manager
Status:  Full Time/Hourly Non-Exempt (40 hours/week; additional hours as needed to support organization and individual goals)

Job Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Motor coordination, manual & finger dexterity
Industrial Truck License
Overhead Crane License
Ability to read and interpret documents
Ability to speak effectively before groups/employees
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions (written, oral, diagram, etc)
Knowledgeable of CNC and manual machines used to manufacture tooling
Organization skills
Computer skills

Job Summary
Set up and operate multi-axis milling machine to mill surfaces of steel work pieces by performing the essential job functions.

Essential Job Functions

Read process sheets, blueprints and sketches of parts to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up and operating requirements

Retrieve CNC program from DNC computer
Insert precision indicator in machine spindle, and depress switches to job spindle into contact with work piece, and synchronize the program and tooling
Retract spindle and load and secure first preset tool and holder (indicates tooling)
Start machine and observe cutting operation.  Operate machine and perform a dry run to indicate if programming is correct
Assemble and preset tooling for next operation during automated cycle to reduce machine down time
Replace milling tools with drilling and boring tools at specified change points to reduce or eliminate subsequent machining of work piece on another machine
Study job packet and organize materials for next run during automatic cycles to shorten change over time
Set up and operate another machine tool during CNC controlled machining cycles as necessary
Communicate with individuals associated with the production of each job
Perform and document specified inspection criteria
Identify and communicate any suspect and/or non-conforming product to the appropriate supervisor
Complete any necessary non-conforming product paperwork
Deliver non-conforming product to designated area
Scan on and off of all jobs ran during shift for costing analysis
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures and work instructions
Perform necessary machine maintenance at specified intervals
Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to speak effectively with others
Ability to calculate figures
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Ability to read and interpret blueprint specifications
Ability to use appropriate measuring devices and any equipment associated with job