CNC Set-up/Operator
About The Position
This role involves reading and interpreting technical blueprints and design models to perform complex set-ups, including creating CNC programs and taking a part from print to first piece. The operator will input product designs into computer modeling software, decipher CMM printouts, and make necessary adjustments to keep parts within specifications. Responsibilities also include building basic fixtures, selecting and loading cutting tools, adjusting machine settings, and setting up the work area for efficient material flow. The position requires conferring with engineers and other personnel to resolve machining problems and optimize programs and tooling, as well as completing documentation for first piece approval. A comprehensive understanding of machine tool and control functions is essential for troubleshooting manufacturing issues and training other employees on CNC equipment operation and basic set-ups. The role also includes completing and updating setup instructions, work instructions, and tooling sheets.
Requirements
- Possess a complete knowledge of machine tool and control functions
Responsibilities
- Read and interpret technical blueprints and design models
- Perform complex set-ups including creating CNC Programs
- Take a part from print to first piece
- Input the product design into the computer modeling software
- Decipher CMM Printouts and apply correct adjustments to keep part in spec
- Build basic fixtures for production
- Choose and load the correct cutting tools for the job
- Adjust machine settings to desired specifications
- Setup work area for efficient material flow
- Confer with engineers, production personnel, programmers, quality control or others to resolve machining problems and optimize programs and tooling
- Complete gage room documentation for first piece approval
- Troubleshoot problems in manufacturing
- Train employees to operate CNC equipment and set-up basics
- Complete or update setup instructions and/or work instructions, tooling sheets, etc.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
