Essential Functions:

• Set up, operate and troubleshoot CNC Machines to achieve first article.
• Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and work instructions or MIPs proficiently. 
• Properly and safely load and unload parts and raw material in CNC Machinery.
• Perform necessary side operations during machine cycle time as required (i.e., deburring, etc.)
• Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance task on CNC Machinery.
• Meet production goals in terms of cycle time, quantity, and quality.
• Palletize material coming to machine from preceding operation, as required.
• Maintain appropriate Kanban records, levels, etc.
• Remove chips and shavings as needed.
• Solve minor problems and recognize bigger problems that require supervisor/manager assistance.
• Verify and record quality assurance measurements and document defects.
• Maintain and improve 5S standards in the cell.
• Comply with company policies, ISO standards, and applicable laws and legislation.
• Work towards SQDC target metrics.
• Support manufacturing engineers as directed in daily production, projects, and special assignments.
• Maintain tooling while operating machines.
• Determine specifications for inspection of work using precision measuring and gaging tools, performing required inspection before, during, and after machining.
• Change tooling and/or tooling holders to maintain machine settings to produce a quality product throughout production.
• Operate other equipment as required, both NC controlled and manual (if applicable).
• Considered to be process expert and trainer.
• Work directly with programmer and engineers in planning and execution of insourcing projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

 Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED, Technical School certificate, or related work experience required.
• Three (3) to five (5) years prior successful experience operating CNC Machines.
• Must have extensive experience with one or more of the following CNC machines: Hass, Hardinge, Tsugami Swiss.
• Ability to prioritize work and work with minimal supervision. 
• Must be able to read, write, and perform simple to moderate mathematical calculations. 
• Skill and ability to operate machines precisely with high degree of attention to make quality products.
• Ability to perform job in safe manner.  
• Must be able to read and utilize the following measuring instruments: 6 to 12” scale, vernier calipers, comparator, pin gauge, thread gauges, and micrometer. 
• Must be able to read blueprints, bills of materials, and part specifications. 
• Must understand and have the ability to perform tool wear offsets.
• Must have experience machining one or more of the following materials: nickel-based stainless-steel alloys (Inconel, Monel, etc.), Cooper, Aluminum, and/or Titanium