Fabricator - PP Operator

KMW LTD•Great Bend, KS

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fabricator - PP Operator is responsible for performing a variety of punching and cutting operations using specialized machinery. This role involves interpreting technical drawings, operating CNC equipment, performing quality inspections, and maintaining machinery. The operator must adhere to strict safety protocols and quality standards, and may collaborate with programmers to resolve machining issues. This is a full-time position requiring a high level of attention to detail and technical skill in a manufacturing environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
Ability to perform these operations using units of American money, weight measurement and volume, and both American and metric distance.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Numeric control touch screens.
Safety Training.
Must be able to read and understand blueprints; use measuring devices such as tape measures, calipers, micrometers and protractors, in both inches and millimeters.
Regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Follows policies and procedures.
Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
Supports organization's goals on values.
Supports positive and constructive action and respects diversity.
Observes safety and security procedures.
Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines.
Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
Uses equipment and materials properly.
Is consistently at work and on time.
Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
Takes responsibility for own actions.
Keeps commitments.
Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

Nice To Haves

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information in a timely manner; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Technical Skills – Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
Written Communication – Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Leadership – Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
Cost Consciousness – Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Promotes a harassment-free environment.
Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
Judgement – Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process.
Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence.
Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to the best fit situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
Innovation – Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work Develops innovative approaches and ideas.

Responsibilities

Interprets complicated drawings, program sheets and work orders to determine work to be done and determine forming sequences and dimensions of finished work piece.
Performs a variety of punching and cutting operations to close and interrelated tolerances.
Loads control disk in machine control console or enters commands to retrieve preprogrammed machine instructions from database.
Selects and installs punches, dies and plasma nozzles in machine or machine tool holders.
Loads material onto machine bed and positions and secures material according to setup instructions.
Manipulates controls and enters commands to index machine to specified set point and to start machine.
Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions, such as worn or damaged punches, dies and cutting tips.
Changes punches, dies and/or nozzle tips as specified in setup instructions.
Performs a variety of inspections to insure adherence quality standards and specifications.
Measures work piece for conformance to specifications.
Notifies supervisor of discrepancies.
Utilizes override control to correct conditions that are out of tolerance or operating unusually.
Adjusts machine feed and speed and changes punches, dies and tips to produce parts according to specifications when automatic programming is faulty or machine malfunctions.
Discusses nesting or machining problems with NC programmer.
Removes slag or burrs from edges of work piece.
Cleans machine and tooling.
Performs machine maintenance.
Performs the duties of a Numeric Controlled Machine Operator, operating either a plasma cutter or a brake press.
Thinks safety and exercises safe work habits in daily endeavors.
All other duties as assigned.