<p>JOB SUMMARY:</p> <p>This position will be responsible for setting up and operating a variety of numerically controlled machines.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Set up, adjust and operate vertical CNC, Horizontal Lathes, and Manual Machining Centers </li><li>Operate Fanuc, Siemens, and Okuma controlled machines </li><li>Maintain required tooling and fixtures </li><li>Establish indexing sequences, speeds and feeds, if different than program </li><li>Edit program or make modifications for CNC operations in absence of programmer </li><li>Supply information to correct, update, initiate setup sheets, tooling sheets and programs </li><li>Work with programmers on process and programs prove out </li><li>Recognize operating irregularities, make necessary adjustments </li><li>Plan and determine setup procedures and operating sequences on various machines, i.e., mills, lathes, drills, etc. </li><li>Select tooling, attachments, spindle speeds, tool feed rates, workpiece securing methods, supports, etc. which are best suited for the operation, machine and size of workpiece; in conjunction with routing sheets, work instructions </li><li>Check work to assure dimensional conformance to specifications </li><li>Work from complex and involved drawings and specifications </li><li>Use a variety of precision instruments and devices to setup, check and perform work </li><li>Instruct or train other operators as requested </li><li>Diagnose and rectify tooling and/or machining difficulties with minimum assistance </li><li>Recommend method changes to improve efficiency and reduce costs </li><li>Assists in keeping facility and equipment clean, neat, safe and operating efficiently </li><li>Comply with all established policy and safety guidelines in a drug-free workplace </li></ul> <p>An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.</p> <p>MINIMUM EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>High School Diploma or equivalent </li><li>2 or more years of related experience </li><li>Certificate or diploma in CNC machining is preferred </li></ul> <p>ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated ability to read basic blueprints and follow specific instructions and procedures </li><li>Ability to organize, prioritize and plan daily work assignments in a self-directed changing environment </li><li>Mathematical skills that require the ability to add, subtract, multiply, divide and perform geometric, algebraic and trigonometric calculations </li><li>Must be able to perform metric conversions </li><li>Ability to use measuring equipment such as height gauges or verniers </li><li>Understanding of metal-cutting applications and machine practices </li><li>Strong attention to detail required </li></ul> <p>PROTECTIVE CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT:</p> <ul> <li>Steel-toe shoes </li><li>Eye protection </li></ul> <p>WORKING ENVIRONMENT:</p> <p>The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <ul> <li>Work is performed in a loud machinery environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. </li></ul>