Machine Operator I

Mueller Water Products•Cleveland, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator I operates computer numerical control (CNC) lathe and mill machines while maintaining quality and safety standards and maintaining equipment and supplies. This is a standing position requiring physical skills. The role works on a designated shift, with flexibility to rotate shifts if needed, and collaborates with Operations, Planning, and Leadership to meet production KPIs and improve processes and reduce downtime.

Requirements

Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to quickly assess a situation and make decisive solutions.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to adapt to an ever-changing environment.
Basic knowledge of CNC programming and machining technology.
Interpersonal skills.
High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of operating and setup experience on CNC equipment.
Experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing environment.
Ability to lift and carry or otherwise move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand in a stationary position for prolonged periods, walk around an industrial safety-sensitive environment daily, and occasionally ascend or descend stairs.
Good manual dexterity to use a computer and multiple pieces of industrial equipment.
Ability to communicate clearly and accurately with leadership and other departments.
Ability to hear and see while working on the plant floor in safety-sensitive areas.
Ability to work in a plant environment with loud noise, hot or cold conditions, and running machinery, and to function in a high-pressure production environment.

Nice To Haves

CNC machining certification preferred.
Experience with CAD/CAM nesting software preferred.
Experience with DMG Mori CNC machines and HAAS is a plus.

Responsibilities

Read blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters, including interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
Set up mills and lathes by installing tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers, and indicating vices.
Load or feed mechanisms by lifting stock into position.
Verify settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample work pieces.
Observe milling, drilling, grooving, and cutting operations, including turning, facing, knurling, and thread cutting; take measurements, detect malfunctions, troubleshoot processes, replace worn tools, and follow quality assurance procedures and processes.
Follow safety procedures and regulations.
Maintain equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and following manufacturer instructions.
Document and communicate actions, irregularities, and continuing needs to maintain continuity across work shifts.
Complete production and quality logs.
Strive to improve processes and eliminate downtime.
Work with Operations, Planning, and Leadership to ensure production KPIs are met.
Perform duties on the designated shift and be flexible to rotate shifts if needed.