CNC Manufacturing Team Lead - Night Shift

Accurus Aerospace • Athens, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is a working lead, fully responsible for all requirements of a CNC machine operator. The ideal candidate will meet all of the criteria for an experienced Level III or IV CNC machine operator and is a skilled craftsperson who is capable of setting up and operating precision CNC machining centers.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED equivalent is required
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, fraction conversions)
• A history of consistent employment without unexplained or significant gaps or frequent job changes is expected

Nice To Haves

• Experience using mics, calipers, height gauges, and other precision measuring equipment is preferred
• Experience reading & accurately interpreting shop blueprints, sketches, and other technical information/instructions is preferred
• Experience using cranes, forklifts, and similar heavy & oversized material handling equipment is preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversees personnel in assigned department/area; assists with training and assimilating new operators, and with developing improved knowledge and skills for experienced operators
• Ensures all safety and security practices are followed; utilizes all required PPE and ensures PPE is utilized by other operators
• Immediately reports illnesses, injuries, or other safety incidents that occur in the work area; may participate in completing accident investigations; may transport injured workers for evaluation and medical treatment
• Ensures established production schedule and priorities are followed; immediately escalates maintenance or other issues that negatively impact production schedule and coordinates with Supervisor(s) or Manager to resolve issues and reprioritize work as appropriate
• Coordinates with other shift personnel to assure proper transition between shifts
• Sets up and operates automated CNC Vertical and horizontal machines
• Accurately locates/identifies the X, Y, Z axes on Vertical and Horizontal machines
• Uses indicators to verify the flatness and straightness of fixturing and tooling
• Performs daily point checks on assigned machines and reports concerns to supervisor; may initiate maintenance requests if appropriate
• Meets departmental/company goals and objectives promptly (i.e., efficiencies, scrap control, time motion, and setup time reductions)
• Accurately interprets product blueprints, drawings, sketches, setup sheets, and other work instructions
• Uses scales, calipers, micrometers, and height gauges to determine that the part is being machined to the proper specifications; follows established procedures for documenting non-conforming product
• Completes complex rework on machined parts as required; repairs fixtures as needed
• Removes and replaces dull cutting tools, following designated safety protocol and instructions
• Mounts, installs, aligns, and secures tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments
• Listens to machines during operation to detect irregular sounds (i.e., dull cutting tools or excessive vibration); adjusts machines to compensate for problems and notifies lead or supervisory personnel as appropriate
• Adjusts machine feed and speed, changes cutting tools, or adjusts machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction
• Stops machines to remove finished workpieces or to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement according to required machining sequences
• Lifts workpieces to machines manually or with hoists or cranes
• Transfers programs from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules, using computer network links
• Enters control instructions into machine control units to start operation
• Troubleshoots production issues and program edits
• Monitors and adjusts/controls coolant systems as needed
• Sets up future jobs, performs inspections or part checks, cleans the work area, or performs other duties while the machines are operating
• May deburr machined parts as required for work in process
• Completes assigned internal training for CNC Operators, Leads, and other periodic retraining or recertification
• Communicates verbally (English) and follows verbal and written instructions
• Performs other tasks and/or assignments as required
• Regular attendance on-site at the workplace is required

Benefits

• Accurus offers a comprehensive employee benefit package upon completion of 30 days of employment.
• Accurus is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Plan (AAP) employer and participates in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED