CNC Operator

Abbott Tool & Die Inc • O’Fallon, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Operator position applies knowledge of tool and die design, construction, shop mathematics, metal properties and layout to fabrication through the process of CNC Operation.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent from accredited college or technical school is preferred; or, four to six years of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Reads, analyzes, and interprets repair manuals, blueprints, schematics, shop drawings, engineering notes, drawings, procedural manuals and other mechanical reports.
• Presents information effectively, and responds to questions from groups of managers, supervisors, employees and others.
• Works with mathematical concepts such as decimal equivalents, inference, and the fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
• Applies concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Interprets written, oral, diagrammed, or schedule-form instructions.

Responsibilities

• Studies specifications such as blueprints, sketches, models, or descriptions and visualizes product to determine materials required and machines to be used to fabricate parts.
• Calculates dimensions, plans layout and determines assembly method and sequence of operations.
• Measures, marks, and scribes metal stock for machining. Verifies dimensions, alignments, and clearances using a variety of measuring devices and gauges.
• Sets up and operates CNC mill to machines parts and verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications.
• Fits and assembles parts together and into assemblies and mechanisms.
• Examines standard or previously used dies, tools, jigs and fixtures, and recommends design modifications regarding construction and function of part.
• Develops specifications from general descriptions for specialty tools and draws or sketches design of product.
• Maintain equipment through preventative maintenance.
• Other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree