CNC Machine Operator

Job Description :

Setup and operate and maintain the CNC work center. The role also will use precision instruments to check parts to verify they are within specific tolerances.

Job Responsibilities:

Adhere to Blossom Machine Production planning, build package instruction, AS-9100 PolicyProcedures, job description, and employee handbook. Promote a safe work environment by keeping work area neat and free from fluid spills, chips, trash, or unsecured extension cords and air hoses. Ensure that tool spindles, tool holders, cutting tools and tooling fixtures are 100% free from any foreign objects (burrs, chips, etc.) Properly indicate fixtures, establish tool length offsets (TLO's), tool loading and location of X-Y-Z zeroes per approved set-up sheets and tool lists. Verification and loading of Q.A. approved CNC programs received from the Shop Foreman into machine control or host computer. Correctly load parts on fixtures and ensure parts and fixtures are free from foreign objects (burrs, chips, etc.). Monitor feed rates, spindle speeds, and tool wear to ensure quality surface finish. Understand and interpret parts drawings visual aids, and scrap history. Collect Inspection data and record key characteristics measured on Operator Check Sheets to reduce process variation. Verify part number, dash number, lot number, drawing revisions, and special manufacturing instructions from build package documents, job traveler production note requirements and report any differences. Verify material type, lot number, grain direction, production cut size, and quantities per the Job Traveler. Receive, verifyreturn tooling fixtures and cutters per approved set-up sheets and tool lists. Monitoring coolant concentrations with refractometer to ensure tool life and reduce heat build-up in parts. Post accurate time worked to the correct job and operation sequence of the job traveler in the Vista data collection system. Perform periodic preventative maintenance (PM) as scheduled. Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6am to 4:30pm and Friday from 6 to 11:30am. Hours may change at times to accommodate business needs.

Education, SkillsExperience:

2 to 3 years' experience preferred, but not required Aerospace industry experience is a plus Sound knowledge/understanding of speeds and feeds Proven ability to understand/read blueprints/drawings Proven ability to trouble-shoot problems on the floor High School Diploma or GED Basic math skills Ability to use of various inspection gauges Ability to communicate effectively Attention to detail characteristics Meet expectations from Occupation Skills Matrix Capability to work within a team environment Excellent attendancework history Physical demands Position may require use of handsarms with repetitive motionreach. Position may require manual dexterity for handling tools and equipment. Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking. Position may require the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and hearing. Position may require the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations. Position may require bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching. Position may require the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull medium weights, up to 30-75 pounds (50-75 lbs. would have partner assistance) Position may require activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes, and gases. Work Environment The plant is a machining environment; therefore, you may be required to wear respiratory protection due to air borne particles, chemicalssolvents depending on position. Safety glasses are required at all times in production areas. OSHA regulations are followed.