CNC Mechanical Technician
Location: Moody, AL
Pay Range: $28.85 to $32.21
About SKF:
SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!
SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.
Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonise all its production facilities by 2030.
We’re guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.
We’re a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.
Learn about SKF at www.skf.com.
Summary:
The primary function is experienced in auto cad and creating drawings. The secondary function of this position is the efficient set-up, operation and troubleshooting of CNC machining centres, ensuring the proper machining techniques are followed, and acceptable levels of quality and productivity are met within established parameters in a safe and effective manner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Usings Auto cad to create a drawing.
- Starts up and shuts down a variety of machines following established company procedures and safety guidelines.
- Sets up and operates numerically controlled (NC, CNC, PLC and other manual machines) lathes (horizontal & vertical), performing machining operations including turning, boring and facing castings and forgings. Selects and installs tooling into tool posts, turrets or indexing heads.
- Mounts the workpiece in the chuck or faceplate, manually or using a hoist or crane.
- Performs machining operations on a variety of parts at times with high levels of complexity, ensuring machining operations are performed within established parameters, minimising scrap and rework with acceptable levels of output.
- Reads and interprets a variety of engineering and quality specifications.
- Applies practical and working knowledge of machines to make the necessary adjustments (turning dials, switches, and assigned offset/program controls) to override machine control and correct machine performance.
- Responsible for all inspections, ensuring conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments. May also perform inspections for other operators if required.
- Observes numerical displays on the control panel and compares with data on the process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates and speed of machining cuts.
- Performs continuous improvement (lean) activities as may be assigned or required.
- Performs other duties and assignments as scheduled and/or required.
Operational Excellence:
- Sets up and operates numerically controlled (NC, CNC, PLC and other manual machines
- Process improvement responsibilities
Qualifications:
Education:
- A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required. A technical degree in manufacturing technology is preferred.
Experience:
- One (1) to three (3) years of machining experience in a precision manufacturing environment
Technical Skills:
- One (1) year of using auto cad and creating drawings is required.
- Advance knowledge of CNC machine operation, tool offsetting and basic machine code is strongly preferred.
- Solid understanding and ability to use shop math and precision (micrometers, precision dial gauges, etc.) measuring instruments.
- Must be able to read, write, understand technical documentation, be computer literate, read process drawings (blueprints), and engineering specifications.
Other Requirements:
- Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment, including the identification of unsafe conditions.
- Pushing, carrying, or lifting to max. 40 lbs. occasionally
What You’ll Love About SKF:
Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.
Work/Life Integration. SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being and health.
Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish, leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.
Best in Class Benefits. SKF cares about the well-being of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and an opt-out payment. Added benefits include company-paid life insurance, STD, and LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!
Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.
Invest in your Future. Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution: 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.
Pay: $28.85 - $32.21 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your desired base pay range?
- This position is for 1st shift: Mon - Fri 7 am - 3:30 pm. Are you comfortable with that?
- Are you comfortable with up to 15% travel?
- How many years of CNC experience do you have?
- Do you have experience with MACRO Coding?
- Do you have AutoCAD experience?
Work Location: In person
