CNC Technician

Hydro•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Hydro Extrusions is an aluminium extrusion business with production sites in 40 countries. The CNC Technician operates and sets up equipment as instructed by the supervisor, produces quality parts, and operates equipment safely. The role also helps the CNC Supervisor run the department efficiently. The technician maintains CNC machine tools in operation by recovering equipment from CNC-related alarm stops and responding to alarms promptly. The role supports production scheduling, instructs and cross-trains production associates, and helps keep safety training current. The technician performs quality checks and required SPC, identifies defective material or quality problems, labels parts and counts correctly for internal operations or shipment, and accounts for scrap. The technician reports equipment or tooling failures and contributes suggestions to improve productivity and product quality. The position requires a high school diploma and four years of CNC setup experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Candidates must be able to read blueprints, use M and G codes, complete setups from blueprints and work instructions, modify existing programs, use hand tools and quality measuring instruments, and understand quality documents and systems. The role includes a drug/alcohol screen and physical exam, a 90-day orientation period, and frequent lifting of approximately 20–50 pounds during an eight- to ten-hour shift. Overtime may be required with little or no prior notice.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Four years of prior CNC setup experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Working knowledge of M and G codes.
Ability to complete setups from blueprints and work instructions.
Ability to modify existing programs.
Ability to use hand tools.
Knowledge of quality measuring instruments, including height gauges, calipers, micrometers, and indicators.
Understanding of quality documents and systems.
Ability to read and write small numbers and letters and perform arithmetic calculations.
Ability to perform several tasks simultaneously and respond quickly to problems in a stressful environment.
Effective written and verbal communication with coworkers, supervisors, and managers.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Must pass a drug/alcohol screen and physical exam.
Ability to lift approximately 20–50 pounds frequently during an eight- to ten-hour shift.
Successful completion of a 90-day orientation period.

Responsibilities

Operate and set up equipment as instructed by the supervisor, producing quality parts and operating equipment safely.
Maintain CNC machine tools in operation by recovering equipment from CNC-related alarm stops and responding to machine alarms promptly.
Assist the supervisor in assigning jobs to production personnel to meet production schedules.
Instruct production personnel in the proper operation of machines and tools required for their assigned duties.
Assist with cross-training associates and keeping them current on Hydro Safety training.
Stop production and contact the supervisor when quality problems are detected.
Inform maintenance personnel and/or toolmakers when machines or tools break down.
Check that applicable safety equipment is in proper working order before operating a tool.
Periodically verify assembled component parts against samples supplied by the supervisor or setup person.
Perform all required SPC and check material for defects.
Ensure correct Hydro Extrusion and customer part numbers and piece counts are marked on racks, carts, or skids sent to the next operation or packaged for shipment.
Properly identify and account for scrap before leaving the area or general production area.
Work to increase productivity and quality in the assembly or general production area, and suggest improvements to the quantity and quality of finished product.
Maintain a professional and positive approach and cross-train on other plant jobs as needed.