Job Title: CNC Set-Up Operator - 3rd Shift
Department: Machine Shop
Reports To: Manufacturing Manager
FLSA Status: Hourly
Summary of the Position
Responsible for setting up and operating assigned CNC equipment to produce quality parts in accordance with blueprints, procedural specifications, quality, and productivity standards. Maintains quality of machined parts by performing quality set-ups and checks, and by completing required documentation. Position requires a high regard for safety and ISO at all times.
Key Deliverables
Correct CNC machines set-up
Correctly machined parts
Quality Inspections performed
85% Effectivity Rate
Quality inspections performed
0 Defects
Key Accountability Metrics
Satisfactory quality audits
Effectivity Ratings
Labor and Attendance Report
5S Audit/EHS Audit
Safety Metrics
Preventive maintenance performed
Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions
Key responsibilities/essential functions include the following and other duties may be assigned.
5% Follow Safety Regulations
Works safely and supports safety within their team across the organization – as required.
Participates in safety training and demonstrates a high regard for safety at all times.
Wears Personal Protection Equipment as required by safety regulations.
40% Perform CNC Machine Set-Up
Obtains and checks proper documentation and tooling. Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, and specifications, to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished parts, sequences or operations, and set-up requirements.
Sets up assigned equipment by installing proper tools and program on machine disk drive, and by making necessary adjustments. Performs set-up changes or set-up modifications as necessary.
Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories and materials on machines.
Assures QC First Piece Inspection takes place.
40% Perform CNC Machining Operations
Operates assigned machines to produce quality parts without assistance or supervision. Pulls orders and performs computer clock-in on each order.
Calculates and sets controls to regular machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut.
Starts, operates and monitors assigned equipment to produce quality parts and detect possible malfunctions. If out-of-tolerance machining is observed, adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
Verifies conformance of finished parts to specifications by performing in-process inspections.
Makes sure equipment is in good, safe operating condition by performing preventive maintenance.
Transports machined parts to next operation. Operates material handling equipment as needed.
5% Maintain Quality
Continuously checks tooling and machining operations to assure both are performing correctly and producing parts to standards.
Makes any necessary change of tooling or needed set-up modification.
Performs in-process inspections per Quality and Machine Shop work procedures.
5% Complete Documentation
Completes the following forms/reports as required by department procedures:
· Shop Order paperwork
· Quality inspection documentation
· Daily 6S Check Sheet
· Patrol Inspection Log
· Time and Labor card
· Operator Preventive Maintenance Checklist
· Fabrication Work Report
· DCR Form
5% Support Department and Company Initiatives
Works on cost savings projects and Six Sigma projects and provides support for other team members and projects.
Attends team meetings. Utilizes lean tools such as 6S and visual factory concepts in maintaining order and cleanliness.
Performs additional tasks to support production as needed or directed by supervisor or management.
Education and/or Experience
Required – CNC Machining/Set-Up knowledge. 2 years of related work experience and High school diploma or GED OR equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be computer literate.
Preferred – Associate Degree in Technical Studies.
Core Competencies required from Employees
Maintains a Customer Focus – Demonstrating exceptional service to both internal and external customers giving high priority to understanding and satisfying the customer.
Takes Ownership – Demonstrates a continuous drive to achieve superior results and takes responsibility for those results.
Is a Team Player – Has the ability to collaborate effectively with others to achieve common goals. Recognizes situations in which team members need to work together to solve work tasks at hand.
Uses Sound Judgment / Integrity – Takes action that is well-reasoned, which represents the best interest of the business.
Achieves Quality Results – Flawlessly executes on objectives to ensure the long- term success of the organization.
Key Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Qualities Required
Qualities and Skills:
Initiative, flexibility, responsibility and independence, ability to multi-task, goal-oriented, teamwork, excellent communication skills, ability to handle projects of varying scope, attention to detail, respectful of others, and willing to share expertise with others.
Language Skills:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form.
Core Competencies
Maintains a Customer Focus – Demonstrates exceptional service to both internal and external customers, giving high priority to understanding and satisfying the customer.
Takes Ownership – Demonstrates a continuous drive to achieve superior results and takes responsibility for those results.
Is a Team Player – Has the ability to collaborate effectively with others to achieve common goals. Recognizes situations in which team members need to work together to solve work tasks at hand.
Uses Sound Judgment/Integrity – Takes action that is well-reasoned, which represents the best interest of the business.
Achieves Quality Results – Flawlessly executes on objectives to ensure the long-term success of the organization.
Reasonable Accommodation -- The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.