CNC Setup Technician

Exalta Group•Marquette, MI

18d

About The Position

Setup Technician: Requires complete understanding of Resolve Surgical operation, policy and procedures. Setup operators are professionals who have developed excellent skills in key areas and has shown leadership capabilities and superior results in, quality and productivity. The position requires hands on experience and proficiency of EXALTA's most complicated processes and is critical in helping EXALTA maximize the number of patients served while maintaining a high level of quality and safety.

Requirements

CNC Machining Certificate or associate’s degree in related field required or equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a certificate/degree
5+ years of CNC experience preferred
5+ years of experience in the production environment highly preferred
Experience and proficiency in setting up multiple machines and machine types
Fundamental knowledge and understanding of manufacturing practices / processes
Intermediate Machine Tools: Proficiency with required tools (CNC machine tools, power grinders, milling cutters, drill presses, lathes, calipers, tool dies, hammer, screwdriver, allen wrench, etc).
Basic Computer-Aided Manufacturing: Proficiency with computer-assisted design programs (CAD, CAM) and process/machines (5-axis machining, CNC machines, mills, and lathes)
Intermediate Mathematics (Competency in manipulating numbers, quantities, shapes, and spaces).
Intermediate Machinery: Ability to safely and appropriately operate, demonstrate, clean, ad lubricate machines.
Basic Manufacturing Processes: Understanding of basic Six Sigma processes, Kaizen, and lean manufacturing principles
Basic Equipment Maintenance/Repair: Assist in troubleshooting repairs and activities with equipment assembly, maintenance, efficiency, repair, cleaning, installation, and inspection
Excellent communication skills; both written and verbal
Must be a self-starter, with the ability to lead, delegate, and make decisions confidently
Ability to work with cross-functional teams on all product development as well as legacy parts
Excellent troubleshooting skills
Participation (willingness to learn and take on new challenges, grow with company, willingness to train)
Role model for others and peer to peer mentor
Strong demonstration of EXALTA's Values, Mission, and Vision
Safety and Quality mindset

Responsibilities

Complete complex machine set-ups
Responsible for coordination and/or completion of all setup activities while meeting production schedules
Machine parts to specifications, using machine tools (lathes, milling machines, shapers, or grinders)
Set up, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machines tools used to perform precision machining operations
Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines
Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications using precision instruments such as micrometers
Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process
Maintain machine tools in proper operational efficiency
Check work pieces to ensure that they are properly lubricated or cooled
Assist Engineers with Design Transfer Process, as needed and collaborate to continuously reduce non-value-added activities during setups.
Perform first piece quality checks to ensure product conformity prior to release to production Operators
Post-production setup data using SAP system software and additional operational systems
Maintain machine to appropriate manufacturer recommendations to ensure safe machine operations (i.e. lubrication levels, scrap material removal)
Able to train and assist CNC operators at all levels, as needed
Maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with EXALTA's safety protocols and OSHA requirements.
Train, mentor, and coach operators at all levels and assist in training Set-Up Technicians