CNC Mill Operator

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CNC Mill Operator Reports To :

Production Manager Status :

Full Time/Hourly Non-Exempt (40 hours/week; additional hours as needed to support organization and individual goals) Job Requirements High School Diploma or GED Motor coordination, manual & finger dexterity Industrial Truck License Overhead Crane License Ability to read and interpret documents Ability to speak effectively before groups/employees Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations Ability to interpret a variety of instructions (written, oral, diagram, etc) Knowledgeable of CNC and manual machines used to manufacture tooling Organization skills Computer skills Job Summary Set up and operate multi-axis milling machine to mill surfaces of steel work pieces by performing the essential job functions. Essential Job Functions Read process sheets, blueprints and sketches of parts to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up and operating requirements Retrieve CNC program from DNC computer Insert precision indicator in machine spindle, and depress switches to job spindle into contact with work piece, and synchronize the program and tooling Retract spindle and load and secure first preset tool and holder (indicates tooling) Start machine and observe cutting operation. Operate machine and perform a dry run to indicate if programming is correct Assemble and preset tooling for next operation during automated cycle to reduce machine down time Replace milling tools with drilling and boring tools at specified change points to reduce or eliminate subsequent machining of work piece on another machine Study job packet and organize materials for next run during automatic cycles to shorten change over time Set up and operate another machine tool during CNC controlled machining cycles as necessary Communicate with individuals associated with the production of each job Perform and document specified inspection criteria Identify and communicate any suspect and/or non-conforming product to the appropriate supervisor Complete any necessary non-conforming product paperwork Deliver non-conforming product to designated area Scan on and off of all jobs ran during shift for costing analysis Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedures and work instructions Perform necessary machine maintenance at specified intervals Ability to write simple correspondence Ability to speak effectively with others Ability to calculate figures Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form Ability to read and interpret blueprint specifications Ability to use appropriate measuring devices and any equipment associated with job