CNC Operator

Challenge Manufacturing•Holland, MI

105d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Programmer Machinist is responsible for setting up and building tooling and die components to precise tolerances using CNC technology, including programming, setting up, and operating CNC machines. The operator produces parts that meet the dimensional specifications in mechanical engineering drawings. The position uses newer, well-maintained CNC equipment in a climate-controlled environment, including Haas CNC mills and Mitsubishi Wire EDM machines. The role includes producing quality parts while meeting departmental efficiency expectations, maintaining accurate production and quality records, coordinating with coworkers and other departments, following safety procedures, and keeping the work area and equipment clean and maintained.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least two years of work experience as a CNC programmer or machinist/operator.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to safely and effectively perform job duties, including following work instructions, safety procedures, and company communications.

Nice To Haves

Some college or technical school.
Tool and die experience or training is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate CNC machines, including making, adding, and editing N/C programs.
Test-run programs before cutting to verify programming, as required.
Determine cutting adjustments based on the material, as required.
Check the file system for available resources before machine operation.
Clean and deburr production parts before release from the department, as required.
Resolve problems and determine parts to be cut through coordination with planning, engineering, production, and tooling.
Produce quality parts and meet departmental efficiency expectations.
Use precision measuring equipment to verify parts meet specifications; inspect and measure parts and maintain quality records as required.
Maintain accurate part counts and label finished-part containers with customer, part number, quantity, and shop order information.
Record production activities in the data collection system, including time spent, quantities produced, and rejected parts.
Communicate with coworkers and the supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate job activities.
Follow safety procedures and wear required safety equipment or apparel.
Perform job functions to meet quality and performance standards.
Keep the work area, machine, tooling, and workstation clean and orderly each day.
Perform required daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance.
Understand the job description and required tasks.