Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Confirm that all safety devices are in place and operational.
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Maintain log of preventive maintenance on a daily/weekly schedule according to manufacturer recommendations.
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Select, position, and align tooling in machine tool holder to confirm they are secured.
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Sharpen and maintain tooling for peak performance; notify the supervisor of worn or broken tooling.
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Adjust to set specified pressure and tool clearance.
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Set cut dimensions using computer controls from print details.
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Position work piece against stops securely.
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Measure work-piece dimensions throughout the operation to assure quality and repeatability.
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Design or recommend tooling to perform the job more efficiently.
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Startup, operate and shut down CNC milling machines/lathes following established procedures and all manufacturer’s safety requirements.
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Alert supervisor of any problems and suggests changes that will allow jobs to run more efficiently.
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Observe tool and machine operation to detect work-piece defects or machine malfunction.
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Maintain tooling inventory including consumables.
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Keep work area neat and orderly, including clean-up of metal chips.
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Maintain material storage and coolant as required.
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Miscellaneous duties as assigned to help Tee Enterprises achieve its goals.
Inspection Requirements:
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Verify quantity, material type and thickness.
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Check for any material defects or damage.
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Verify correct orientation of all pieces.
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Check all size dimensions on first piece to verify correct tooling setup.
Minimum Qualifications/Technical Knowledge Required:
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High school diploma, trade school certificate, or associate degree preferred.
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3-5 years’ work experience in a precision machine shop.
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Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
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Identify material types and gauges.
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Read job specifications to determine adjustments.
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Read tape measure, dial caliper, depth gauge, micrometer, dial indicator, and other various measuring instruments.
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Ability to convert decimals to fractions when working with work orders/blueprints.
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Ability to train and operate the forklift.
