CNC Operator I (All Levels Needed)

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

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The CNC Operator I will operate equipment according to established procedures in a safe and quality manner. Dimensional measurements will be required during the operation of equipment to assure compliance to requirements. Adjustments to the equipment will be executed during the operation of equipment to meet established run rates and part accuracy. This involves performing First Piece Inspection and continuous Quality activities. Equipment will include Mills, Lathes, CNC’s and screw machines. 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement and sustain S, Q, D, C, I activities 
Develop, sustain and improve CNC machine tool methods and procedures 
Assist tool selection in the development and implementation of fixtures for new product development 
Develop standard work, tool setup sheets, and standard operations for production jobs 
Troubleshoot various problems (improper tooling, dull tools, wrong location of machined feature, code errors, etc.) and develop corrective action to prevent reoccurrence 
Perform Quality Assurance activities while operating equipment (Optical systems, calipers, gages, indicators) 
Participate in Productive Maintenance activity 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities. 
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Interpret technical prints (GD&T) 
Must have basic knowledge of CNC machine “G-Code” and troubleshooting skills 
Experience maintaining and changing tools 
Experience determining offsets and adjusting accordingly 
Interpret Work Orders and enter data into the Manufacturing database (ERP) 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Required: 

High School Diploma or GED 

Preferred:

1 year of experience in machining or related mechanical field 
Vocational/Technical Degree 
Lean manufacturing experience 
Kaizen event experience 
5S knowledge and experience

LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read, write, listen and follow instructions. Ability to read blueprints. 
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic shop math and precision measurement skills. 
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to make adjustments as needed by following SOP’s.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Travel will normally be less than 5% (training, equipment development, satellite facility support). 
OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES
Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, overtime before and after shifts and on weekends. Ability to work as part of a team, including all related departments/plants or independently as required to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction. 
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. 
While performing the duties of the job the employee works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT
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 regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus. 
WORK AUTHORIZATION
This position requires compliance with the Export Administration Regulations ("EAR"). Must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by all pertinent regulations and are required to show proof substantiating this upon being hired. xzbcwsv  
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties and/or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice at the sole discretion of the Company.