CNC/Waterjet Operator - 1st Shift
About The Position
The CNC Machine Operator executes CNC machine tool operations, including setting up fixtures, jigs, spoil boards, and tooling. The operator makes complex cuts using specified tooling and materials as directed by management and the applications programmer, and cuts, shapes, bores, counterbores, and countersinks lumber and other nonferrous materials to job specifications. The role includes preparing and managing spoil boards, configuring tools and machine controls, managing programming files, checking processed material against specifications, and maintaining the work area and equipment. The operator follows established safety and quality procedures, completes required inspections and production records, performs specified minor preventive maintenance, and participates in safety, continuous improvement, and other programs and meetings.
Requirements
- High school diploma at minimum.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Working knowledge of mathematical functions.
- Working knowledge of Cartesian coordinate graphic systems.
- Ability to understand and interpret machine code for FANUC-controlled CNC machines.
- Working knowledge of computer equipment.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of CNC machine tool experience, preferably focused on FANUC-controlled CNC machines.
Responsibilities
- Prepare spoil boards for use and determine when they should be changed or replaced.
- Touch off tools and enter registration in the CNC control so programs machine to customer specifications safely and without property damage.
- Change tools and collect tooling properly to protect employees and company assets.
- Use tool touch probes, calibration programs, and height gages to set machine tools for tool changes and cutting processes.
- Store programming files and manage files.
- Check processed lumber to ensure the operation is producing to required job specifications.
- Secure and maintain materials and supplies required for the operation according to production sheets.
- Ensure the work area is safe, clean, and organized and equipment is safe to operate.
- Complete pre-shift startup equipment inspection checklists and report problems or concerns.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
- Maintain production records as required.
- Perform duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards.
- Perform specified minor preventive maintenance.
- Participate in safety, continuous improvement, and other programs and meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Health savings account with company contribution
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Basic and voluntary life insurance
- Disability insurance
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Stock purchase program with employee discount
- Educational reimbursement
- Wellness programs and challenges
- Other supplemental benefits
- Incentive pay may be available for certain roles, including piece-rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses.
- A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may be provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
