Summary:
Under minimal supervision, produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating most machines.
Job Responsibilities:
Performs all tasks in a safe and responsible manner
Reads and interprets blueprints
Uses gages and measuring instruments to meet tolerance requirements
Uses precision tools, machinery, and equipment such as lathe, vertical milling machine, drill press, hydraulic press, chop saw, band saw and a variety of cutting equipment.
Fabricates and shapes parts such as tools and machine parts out of metal, plastics, and composites
Ability to reduce setup time and machining through process improvements
Properly and safely selects, aligns, secures, and removes holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials into tools.
Recognizes, deploys, and properly uses inserts, fixtures, and tooling
Performs daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on CNC & EDM machinery
Provides constant feedback and input into process improvement within the department
Utilizes and abides by safety procedures
Complies with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions
Communicates thoughts and ideas, both verbally and in writing, to co-workers and management
Attends scheduled meetings and actively participates by providing meaningful input
Is flexible with time and schedule to assure availability to customer or company as circumstances warrant
Communicates honestly, professionally, and respectfully with others and demonstrates effective listening skills
Any other duties that are required to keep the shop running
Required Qualifications:
To perform this job satisfactorily, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
Education and/or Experience:
Five years related experience and /or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
High school diploma or GED required
Language Skills:
Effectively communicate and understand job instructions both verbally and written in the English language. Ability to effectively interpret and translate instructions to other employees in a professional and respectful manner.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations. 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 an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Physical Demands:
Ability to move or transfer products with a forklift. Ability to lift 50 lbs. when required. While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high.