CNC Machine Set-up Operator

dormakaba United States of America•Rocky Mount, NC

About The Position

The CNC Machine Set-up Operator sets up and operates Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining centers in the assigned department. Essential Job Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Reads blueprints, layouts, sketches, or work orders to sets up machines appropriately Operates CNC machines to produce all parts to ISO standards Measures dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures Mounts, installs, aligns, and secures tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines using hand tools and precision measuring instruments Stops machines to remove finished work pieces or to change tooling, setup, or work piece placement, according to required machining sequences Transfers commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules using computer network links Checks to ensure that work pieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required Completes cross-training on different machines in the area as required by supervision Trains other teammates as required by supervision Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition in accordance with 5S protocol and follows prescribed standard procedures and safety regulations Reports to work regularly and punctually as working schedule requires Performs related duties as assigned by supervision Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Must have completed Introduction to CNC and a course for basic and advanced CNC machining operations, or have equivalent job training and experience
Knowledge of raw materials, key manufacturing processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Able to work independently and with other teammates in the organization to achieve goal
Able to identify complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions
Skilled in oral and written communication, judgment and decision making, organization and coordination
High level computer skills: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint (able to manipulate documents using these software packages)
The employees in this position must be able to stand continuously (5.01 hours and over/day), walk and bend/stoop frequently (25 min to 2.5 hours/day). The employee must be able to push/pull/lift up to 55 pounds frequently. The employee must be able to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears. The employee must be able to keep his/her hand and arm steady while moving his/her arm or while holding his/her arm and hand in one position. The employee must be able to quickly move his/her hand, his/her hand together with his/her arm, or his/her two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects. The employee must be able to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. The employee must be able to use his/her abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing. Employee must be able to wear hearing protection, interpret information by using visual acuity, hearing and speaking, gross and fine motor skills, and work 8 hours or more frequently.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or higher preferred
Experience on Tsugami Housing Machine preferred

Responsibilities

Reads blueprints, layouts, sketches, or work orders to sets up machines appropriately
Operates CNC machines to produce all parts to ISO standards
Measures dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures
Mounts, installs, aligns, and secures tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines using hand tools and precision measuring instruments
Stops machines to remove finished work pieces or to change tooling, setup, or work piece placement, according to required machining sequences
Transfers commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules using computer network links
Checks to ensure that work pieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation
Performs prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required
Completes cross-training on different machines in the area as required by supervision
Trains other teammates as required by supervision
Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition in accordance with 5S protocol and follows prescribed standard procedures and safety regulations
Reports to work regularly and punctually as working schedule requires
Performs related duties as assigned by supervision