MACHINE OPERATOR

Job Description - Sets up and operates CNC Laser Cutting Machine, load material, cut, inspect & document parts, de-burr, skid or box and deliver to next operation.

Duties:

• Set up and operation of CNC machine and basic machine parameters.

• Use CAM nesting, ToPs and other software on machine.

• Perform “First Piece Article” inspections and document part dimensions per engineering drawings and specifications.

• Input time, material, quantity produced into ERP software.

• Understanding of Company quality program.

• Material identification to facilitate selecting and transporting from storage to machine, properly identify left over raw material for return to inventory location and proper disposal of scrap.

• Perform and document routine maintenance on machine as directed.

• Keep machines and work area clean, neat, and orderly.

• Runs secondary operations on other machines when required or time allows.

• De- tab and de-burr parts with grinders and sander.

• Reports any discrepancies to immediate supervisor.

• Wear safety equipment and follow all safety rules and procedures as required and directed.

• Other duties may be required as assigned.

Skills:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as engineering drawings, specifications, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

• Ability to use and care for precision measuring equipment and tools such as calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and other tools and gauges.

• Knowledge of both metric and inch measuring systems.

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic math and geometry.

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

• Knowledge of manufacturing ERP software, Windows software and CNC software and NC code.

• Operate a lift truck (license).

Education/Training:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach over-head with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles, and a noise level that is usually loud. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  The employee must be able to hear and speak clearly.