Job Summary:
The CNC Operator ensures machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with (and can produce materials that conform with) company quality, quantity, and efficiency standards. Operate CNC machines to perform various machine functions, utilize knowledge of machine tool capabilities, machinability of materials and shop math.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
· None.
Duties/Responsibilities
· Sets up and operates tools according to instructions, specifications, and standard charts.
· Studies blueprints, work orders, and other specifications to ensure the proper setup sequence is followed.
· Selects, places, and secures tools.
· Verify conformance to specifications of first run and sample work pieces using instruments like plug and ring gauges, calipers, and micrometers.
· Places and secures workpieces in proper machine table, holding device, or other appropriate surface using clamps and wrenches.
· Prepares fixtures and feeding devices, starts machine, and engages feed.
· Observes each machine to verify quality performance.
· Verifies measuring instruments such as gauges, calipers, and micrometers are in proper working order.
· Sets and adjusts necessary controls to regulate machines.
· Sharpens tools with bench grinder as needed.
· Make minor adjustments through control panel
· Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
· Thorough understanding of mechanics and other properties of machines.
· Ability to follow written instructions, diagrams, and blueprints.
· Ability to follow proper safety protocols.
· Ability to determine whether machinery is working properly based on specifications for expectations such as fixtures, cutting speeds, or feed rates.
Education and Experience:
· High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/vocational school diploma highly preferred.
· At least one year of experience as a machine operator is required.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud and repetitive.
Physical Requirements:
· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
· Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, and climb to access all parts of the machine.
· Must be able to traverse the production facility.
AAP/EEO Statement Efficient Machine Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Pay: $24.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
