Cell Operator-2nd Shift

Solve IMG•La Porte, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cell Operator sets up, programs, and operates CNC and gear hobbing equipment to produce precision parts to specification. This role requires experience with FANUC controls, blueprint reading, and precision measurement while supporting daily production and quality standards in a manufacturing environment. Second Shift is scheduled Monday-Thursday 3:30pm-2am with the possibility of OT and receives a $2 per hour shift differential.

Requirements

Literacy with ability to both read and write clear complete forms a required by the position.
Reading and understanding blue print and machine operation.
Ability to operate multiple gear hobbing and shaping machines.
Measure and record all required data and dimensions.
Inspect gear features using manual gear analyzer such as Vari-Roll.
Must be able to work in a team-oriented environment.
Knowledgeable in the use of the following tools: boring tools, gauges, inspection fixtures, lathe milling cutters, turning machines.
Knowledgeable in the use of FANU controls and B&M code for programming.
Knowledgeable in arithmetic, algebra, geometry to generate the correct finished dimensions.
Must possess skills in: monitoring performance of self or organization to make improvements or take corrective action; watching gauges, dial, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly; Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance; controlling operations of equipment or systems; identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Good listening, problem sensitivity, quick response reaching time, arm-hand steadiness and rate control.
Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining and entering accurate information in B&B ERP system.
Analyzing information and evaluation results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
Providing information to supervisors, co-workers via telephone, written form, e-mail or in person.
The ability to meet strict deadlines or be able to communicate those that cannot be met.
Must follow all safety procedures and policies as mandated by B&B.
Ability to stand on hard surface for the entire work shift.
Frequent walking.

Nice To Haves

Experience with FANUC controls
Blueprint reading
Precision measurement
Experience with Barber Colman machines

Responsibilities

Performs CNC machine setup and operate as well as programming that meets with B & B Manufacturing, Inc.’s requirements in accuracy, timeliness and thoroughness for part production.
Performs Hob machine setup and operation including the documentation of parts produced.
The ability to operate as required on multiple machines, measurement validation, overall equipment operation and housekeeping for area working in as well as assisting in meeting or exceeding daily customer production requirements.
Proficient in general CNC operations, FANUC controls to program machine in G and M codes, the expeditious setup of the machines to run parts at high production speeds to meet requirements.
Knowledgeable in current indexable tooling technology
Running hobbing equipment and peripherals to ensure the effective and efficient operation of hobbing and deburring including housekeeping, organization, and production tracking.
Operation one or more gear hobbing machines, machine splines, gear teeth on metal or plastic blanks according to specification or machining instruction.
Being the primary source for operation of gear hobbing machines, processing, and executing all departmental and B & B procedures.
Reads machining instructions and the interpretation of blueprints to determine efficient running of components to meet engineered drawing requirements.
Identifies, obtains, or recommends for purchase tools and fixtures needed to meet current specification dimensioning and tolerancing for current projects.
Clamps workpiece in fixtures or presses or mounts to ensure parts consistently run to print.
Positions and secures gaging to validate all dimensional requirements and makes necessary minor adjustment using wrenches and other hand tools.
Moves levers and maintains set feed rates and rotation speeds of hob and workpiece.
Verifies conformance of hobbed gears to specifications, using micrometers, gear measuring wires, master gears, and involute checker (if available) or any other standard measurement device that validates the quality of the part being produced. Must have the ability to identify flaws and is responsible to inform supervisor or set up technician of the problem. If the problem cannot be resolved, the operator is to stop production.
Shall compute necessary dimensions and applying knowledge of shop mathematics to ensure the consistent and repeatable accuracy of the parts being run.
Shall machine plastic or other nonmetallic materials as well as the process requirements to meet customer expectations.
Experienced with custom or production work, or with particular material, product or size, type or trade name of machines such as Barber Colman, etc.
Understands and practices, the B & B Quality Policy.
Any other task assigned by management