Cnc Operator

Role & responsibilities

• Create, load, examine and modify CNC programs.
• Set up tools and load materials onto CNC machine.
• Plans machining by studying drawings, specifications, machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances.
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points.
• Setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches. Calculating requirements and proving part programs.
• Set up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four jaw chuck, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers. Indicating vices: tramming heads.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into positions.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces adhering to standards.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chase operations.
• Taking measurements, detecting malfunctions, troubleshooting processes, adjusting and reprogramming controls, sharpening and replacing worn tools, adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintain safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
• Maintain continuity among works shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.