CNC Operator (Makino/Blohm) 1st shift

Position Summary

Briefly describe the job's primary purpose or contribution to the department or organization. (What is the principal reason the job exists? What is the job designed to accomplish?)

Operate and set up computerized numerical control machines: lasers (Yag), CNC machining centers, CNC grinders and CNC DEM. Operate and set up various manual machines. Utilize measuring tools to inspect parts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Reference the "Essential job functions worksheet for help

List the job's essential or most important functions and responsibilities. Include all important aspects of the job -- whether performed daily, weekly, monthly, or annually; and any that occur at irregular intervals.

CNC Machinist Duties:

• Adhere to standard machining practices while complying with company standards for quality and quantity of work.
• Restore parts to blueprint or customer requirements.
• Perform safety procedures and general daily housekeeping.
• Use of all measuring tools.
• Set up and operate assigned CNC machines.
• Meet all requirements of CNC/Manual operator.
• Solve set up problems.
• Fabricate new or improve existing fixture as needed.
• Perform safety procedures and general daily housekeeping.
• Required editing of existing programs.
• Use of hand tools.
• Maintain production standards and quality.
• Assist and train CNC/Manual operators.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Perform basic part programming, including tool selection, speeds/feeds, and other pertinent operatives as required.
• Assist in the training of other operators.
• Adhere to and promote Corporate Code of Ethical Standards.
• Ensures compliance with Company IPM/QPM and ISO quality requirements.
• Adhere to and support Lean and 5S+1 Principals.
• Work to Management Operating System standards.
• General department housekeeping.

• Perform preventative maintenance on the equipment when required.
• R&D of new programming.
• Performing other tasks in the facility, as needed.
• Operate CMM.

QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily

List the requirements below that are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to successfully accomplish the essential duties of the job.

• Ability to accurately read and interpret blueprints
• Ability to interpret customer specifications
• Ability to read, interpret and understand work in-process documents
• Math skills
• Knowledge in basic electronics
• Basic computer knowledge required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated with a high level of ownership and accountability
• Provides accurate feedback to the department supervisor pertaining to quality issues
• Lean skills continually drives process improvements
• Team building skills

List preferred job related qualifications if different from above.

• Must be fluent in English, i.e. speaking, reading, writing, communicating

List the level of education and/or experience needed to successfully accomplish the essential duties of this job.

• High School diploma or equivalent is required
• Five (5) years' experience in machining, measuring equipment, CNC set-up and program editing.