CNC Mill Operator II

Joyce/Dayton•Portland, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A successful CNC Mill Operator II can safely and efficiently manufacture parts that meet all quality requirements. This position is an hourly, non-exempt position and reports to the Production Supervisor.

Requirements

Highschool Diploma or GED required and related experience
3 years of proven CNC Mill experience
Possess knowledge of various cutting tools and ability to determine various machine speeds and feeds
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to interpret and adhere to blueprints
Capable of understanding and following routing information
Ability to inspect work and meet quality requirements
Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience using steady rest
Advanced understanding of gearing terminology
Own basic hand tools at minimum
Overhead crane experience
Ford truck experience
Advanced editing capabilities
Able to perform machine set up ( install proper chuck jaws and tooling)
Proven understanding of equipment and processes in the area of responsibility
Proven ability to read precision measuring equipment
Proven programming knowledge or experience, set-up capabilities, tooling knowledge, and gearing technology
Complete understanding of tooling nomenclature
Some fixturing knowledge
Proven layout capabilities
Proven product knowledge
Ability to effectively train new operators
Technical training as required
Ability to read CNC programs
Ability to identify and share process improvement ideas
Ability to run single block programs
Ability to understand the majority of assigned setups
Overcome and adapt to problems that are not specified on the job setup sheet when encountered

Nice To Haves

Trustworthiness- We earn trust through honesty, integrity and reliability.
Adaptable- We are able to maintain effectiveness in a changing environment.
Approachable- We are open minded, friendly, engaging, understanding and empathetic; being comfortable engaging in challenging conversations.
Curious- We improve the organization by seeking information and knowledge to continually grow and learn and reduce moments of uncertainty and ambiguity.

Responsibilities

Work to close tolerances (ie. .0002”)
Machine metals including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum
Monitor and maintain machine fluid levels
Read process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements
Edit pre-written programs when necessary
Edit program for process improvements and troubleshooting
Mount work pieces in chuck, to faceplate, or to fixtures
Pre-set tools before positioning them in mill
Select and install preset tooling in tool posts, turrets or cutters, and automatic tool change magazine, in sequence specified on process sheet
Observe numerical control displays on control panel and compares with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts
Turn dials and switches to override program and correct machine performance
Inspect first run piece and spot check succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments
Study job packets and organize materials for next order during cycles to reduce cycle and setup time
Set up and operate another machine tool during machining cycles
Set up and operate CNC machines using set-up sheets and written instructions with minimal supervision
Read CNC programs; run single block programs as required
Overcome and adapt to problems not specified on job setup sheet when encountered
Identify and share process improvement ideas
Utilize all types of inspection instruments to check work per print without supervision
Perform equipment maintenance and tool sharpening as needed
Crosstrain on other plant machinery as required