CNC Machine Operator III

ZAH Group•Trevose, PA

90d

About The Position

The CNC Machine Operator III produces machined parts by setting up and running complex jobs on CNC lathe or milling machines. The role maintains quality and safety standards, keeps production records, and maintains equipment and supplies. Operators may also use drill presses, manual milling machines, and manual lathes. The position performs complex machine setups, loads programs and materials, makes program adjustments as needed, and verifies machine settings and finished parts against drawings and company quality standards. It involves monitoring machining operations, troubleshooting processes, maintaining a clean and orderly work area, and promoting a safe work environment in accordance with company, OSHA, and EPA rules and procedures. Other duties may be assigned within the nature and level of the work.

Requirements

Five years of experience operating and programming CNC mills or lathes.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand basic English.
Proficiency in basic math and trigonometry.
Ability to communicate and work as a team member.
Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision.
Ability to read and understand part and tool prints.
Ability to use precision measuring tools and hold close tolerances.
Ability to perform the described physical demands, including occasionally lifting or moving objects up to 35 pounds and meeting the stated vision requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Seven years of experience operating and programming CNC mills or lathes is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate drill presses, manual milling machines, CNC milling machines, manual lathes, and CNC lathes.
Set up CNC machines for complex jobs by loading programs and installing or adjusting chucks, cutting tools, attachments, tool holders, vises, collets, bushings, stops, and stock pushers.
Adjust machine programs as needed.
Load and unload raw materials and parts into machines.
Verify machine settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample workpieces in accordance with company quality standards.
Inspect and measure finished products using calipers, gauges, micrometers, and other machinist hand tools.
Compare finished products with drawing specifications to determine whether they meet company quality standards.
Maintain specifications by observing drilling, grooving, cutting, turning, facing, knurling, and thread-chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting controls; and replacing worn tools.
Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to maintain continuity across work shifts.
Keep the work area clean and orderly in accordance with established 5S standards.
Promote and maintain a safe work environment by following company, OSHA, and EPA rules and regulations, implementing machine safeguards, recognizing and reporting hazards, and following safety procedures and standards.
Perform other duties as required within the nature and level of the work.