JOB SUMMARY:

Sets up and operates CNC machines to fabricate parts within desired specifications of a work order.

Essential Functions

· Study blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine machining sequences and setup requirements.

· Deburring of parts before moving to the next operations

· Inspect completed parts using metrology equipment to perform first-article-inspection (FAI), in-process, and final piece inspections. All results are recorded and made available to the quality department.

· Maintain inventory of raw materials needed for fabrication.

· Assist with shipping of parts to include palletizing, strapping, wrapping, and labeling. Includes use of pallet jack to move skids.

· Prepare required inspection and production reports as required.

· Confers with engineers, production personnel, programmers, or others to resolve machining or assembly problems.

· Oversee work of other CNC Operators as assigned.

· Performs assigned preventive maintenance duties.

Other Duties

· Performs any other task assigned by management within scope of position, federal and state regulations.

· Keeps work area clean.

· Observe safety procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

· Related Vocational or associate degree with 3 to 5 years work experience as a CNC Operator/Programmer or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Work with machine controls and perform at machine simple edits.

· Experience programming Virtual Gibbs or MasterCam. (Preferred)

· Perform an inspection as required

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

· Ability to work with machine controls and perform at machine simple edits.

· Proficiency with tooling and fixtures setup

· Ability to read and interpret blueprint, calculate figures, apply concepts of basic algebra

· Knowledge on how to make work-holding devices

· Ability to establish tool length and fixtures offsets

· Ability to run and edit CNC programs

· Good communication skills required

· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.

· Ability to write reports.

· Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general technical procedures.

· Ability to write reports.

· Initiative\Creativity

· Organizational Skills

· Ability to take directions

· Ability to work independently or as part of a team