CNC Turret Punch Set-up Operator

ETC•Middleton, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

ETC is seeking a CNC Turret Punch Set-up Operator for its 1st Shift Metal Shop in Madison. The role involves setting up and operating punch machinery to manufacture parts that meet department specifications and quality standards. The operator prepares work areas, selects appropriate tools and materials, follows work orders and procedures, maintains equipment, and completes production and labor documentation. The position is in a clean, well-lit, climate-controlled manufacturing shop. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ETC describes itself as a 100% employee-owned company and emphasizes precision, ownership, and ongoing learning and growth.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
Mechanical aptitude.
Good math and organizational skills.
CNC (Computer Numerical Control) skills or familiarity with CNC controls.
Ability to read blueprints and measuring devices.
Basic English skills to understand quality, safety, work instructions, and personnel information, and to complete departmental paperwork.
Proven ability to understand and follow directions.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Metal Fabrication Technical Diploma or 1–2 years of previous work experience with metal shop equipment.
6–12 months of similar experience setting up and maintaining metal shop equipment.
Knowledge of various metal shop machines.

Responsibilities

Manufacture parts to department standards and specifications.
Set up and operate the punch machine and prepare the work area.
Follow procedures and select tools and materials.
Shake parts out from sheets of metal.
Ensure work orders are completed and assignments are completed on schedule.
Maintain expected productivity levels and keep machines running at full capacity for each job.
Complete paperwork correctly, label parts according to work orders, and forward products to the next station.
Record time and work completed through labor reporting.
Ensure product quality meets standards and parts are made within the tolerances shown on prints.
Use appropriate tooling for each application.
Follow ISO procedures and use documentation such as ECRs and NCMRs to identify and communicate issues.
Complete timely and scheduled machine maintenance; report problems to the team leader or manager.
Maintain tools and inform the team lead or manager of tooling needs.
Follow safety standards, procedures, work-practice controls, and OSHA guidelines; wear required personal protective equipment and report safety issues.
Learn new tasks and procedures, follow instructions, and ask questions when circumstances are unusual or unclear.
Maintain a clean and organized work area, sweep the floor after tasks, and return tools to their designated area.
Complete special projects and requests in a timely and positive manner and perform other duties as assigned.