Follow established work instructions and company procedures to ensure safe, quality production.
Ability to set up tool registers, mills, lathes, drills, Bridgeport, switches, offsets and complex CNC program editing computerized equipment for defined runs with limited supervision or assistance.
Strong knowledge or reading code and editing programs
Ability to run and set up multiple types of equipment such as Swiss tool machines and twin spindle lathes and multi axis VMC’s.
Ability to run and set up pallet changers and horizontal mills.
Responsible for routine machinery maintenance and running visual tests on broken or worn parts while keeping inventory records of machine replacement parts.
Understands flow of production and how their production affects plant metrics and customers.
Ability to detect malfunctions in equipment and non-spec parts and provide corrections.
Fluent and well versed in blueprint interpretation and title block GD&T
Calculate dimensions and tolerances using mathematics and instruments such as calipers, gauges, indicators, micrometers, and other hand tools related to the occupation.
Ability to communicate to other departments status and updates of the machining group.
Follow safety procedures and guidelines in the assembly process.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Leads all cross training and new hire training activities.
Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Indirect through training new associates
Education and Experience Requirements
Follow established assembly procedures to ensure quality production.
Certificate in machine shop technology or technology/machinist - preferred associate degree
5+ years of experience in a machining environment beyond post-secondary or trade school education required
A recognized apprenticeship may be required.
Preferred Skills and Abilities
Strong analytical, communication and computer skills.
Strong understanding of mathematics
Strong communicator and team player
Ability to work independently and with a high attention to detail.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The employee must consistently lift and /or move up to 75 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is consistently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
The employee is occasionally required to sit; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.