1st Shift CNC Trainer II (Dept. 301)

Milwaukee Valve Company, LLC.•Town of Prairie du Sac, WI

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Trainer II will instruct others in proper machining techniques and processes across their primary assigned machine group. This instruction will include full machine set up, machine operation, use of measuring instruments, blueprint reading and interpretation, and the use of GD&T. The CNC Trainer II will also perform machine set up and operation of various CNC machines as needed, including HMC, VMC, HTL, VTL, Swiss Screw, Multi-Axis lathes, Transfer machines, and Robots, possessing the skills to carry out these tasks with little assistance. The individual will have the ability to determine work holding, tool selection, and write basic programs when needed. This role requires good organizational, math, communication, and computer skills. Other duties may be assigned. Personal hand tools and measuring instruments are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Minimum 5 year related machining experience, training or equivalent
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety policies and rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Communicate effectively with others at all levels with proper etiquette.
Thoroughly carry out instructions given in any form.
Ability to deal effectively with problems and situations.
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding best course of action.
Cost profit consciousness and determining profitable outcome.
Is at work for scheduled hours.
Responds to management’s directions.
Takes responsibility for own actions.
Demonstrates a consistent performance in all aspects of their work.
Keeps break periods to allotted times.
Mentoring and training of employees.
Proposes possible improvements and follows proper procedures for potential implementation.
Ensures documentation of processes is complete, correct and recorded.
Adapts well to change.
Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintains them.
Detects and reports defective equipment, materials and/or faulty operations to maintain a safe environment.
Identifies root causes and provide input for corrective action of issue.
Accepts criticism and deals calmly and effectively with stressful situations.
Communicates honestly, professionally, and respectfully with others and demonstrates active listening skills.
Ability to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, to work in a team environment, and deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles.
Begin developing cooperative working relationships with Management, Peers, Vendors, Technicians and Manufacturing Representatives.
Build self-esteem and confidence.
Be purposeful.
Ask thoughtful question.
Build trust.
Assessment of behaviors and provide guidance.
Math ability such as Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division, Geometry, Trigonometry.
Calculations of such things as Speed (RPM / SFM), Feed (IPM / IPR), Chip Load, Angles, Ratios, Arc and Circles, Taper.
Ability to use a CMM is a plus.
Is able to read blueprint dimensioning.
Interpret blueprint information.
Comprehension of information.
Application of tolerances as defined.
Knowledge and use of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Ability to use a standard PC and MS software.
Become proficient with essential elements of current ERP System.
Become proficient with current databases.
Follows safety policies and procedures.
Wears PPE.
Reports potentially unsafe conditions and follows proper procedures for correction.
Uses equipment and materials properly.
Assists in the organization and maintaining the machine shop work environment.
Follows security policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Ability to use a CMM is a plus

Responsibilities

Instruct others in proper machining techniques and processes across their primary assigned machine group.
Provide instruction on full machine set up, machine operation, use of measuring instruments, blueprint reading, blueprint interpretation, and use of GD&T.
Perform machine set up and machine operation of various CNC machines (HMC, VMC, HTL, VTL, Swiss Screw, Multi-Axis lathes, Transfer machines, Robots, etc.) with little assistance.
Determine work holding, tool selection, and write basic programs when needed.
Loading and unloading of parts.
Changes inserts / tooling.
Adjusts wear offsets.
Measures parts.
Run jobs within quality and efficiency expectations.
Maintains coolant level.
Maintains lubrication oil.
Greases fixtures.
Washes down inside of machine.
Cleans work area.
Production documentation.
Performs tool testing and documents results.
Removal and installation of tools and fixtures.
Perform tool setting and tool offsets.
Transfer of machine programs to and from machine control.
Follow program movements.
Determining and establishing work offsets.
Obtain first article.
Set up machines in cell.
Ability to alter or create fixturing as needed.
Machine set up unassisted.
Selection and recommendation of tooling when needed.
Ability to edit and generate basic programs.
Ability to set-up and run jobs (including first time runs) within quality and efficiency expectations.
Indicating in jaws, fixtures, tooling, etc.
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
Identify surface finishes are met.
Measures parts correctly and ensures specifications are met.
Visually inspect parts to company aesthetic standards.
Interpret data from the CMM and manual measurements and make adjustments to machining processes to achieve dimensional and visual compliance.
Meets productivity standards.
Completes work in allotted time.
Strives to increase productivity.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency.
Use of measuring instruments effectively to perform complex measurements and part layout.
Perform first part inspection and in process inspections.
Proper use of measuring instruments such as Caliper, Micrometer, Machinist scale, Functional gages, Height stand, Indicator, Surface roughness gage.
Read blueprint dimensioning.
Interpret blueprint information.
Comprehension of information.
Application of tolerances as defined.
Knowledge and use of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Use of a standard PC and MS software.
Become proficient with essential elements of current ERP System.
Become proficient with current databases.
Follows safety policies and procedures.
Wears PPE.
Reports potentially unsafe conditions and follows proper procedures for correction.
Uses equipment and materials properly.
Assists in the organization and maintaining the machine shop work environment.
Follows security policies and procedures.