Machine Operator - Blanching

Sandvik • Welland, ON

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator will work within our Blanching Department and other various manual machines to produce premium quality, high precision, and cutting tools. Will verify accuracy by using engineering prints, component drawings, assembly drawings, and engineering specifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
• Minimum of 1 year machine shop experience is required.
• Strong math skills required to perform day to day operations including the ability to convert metric to inch and decimal to fraction.
• Ability to accurately read blueprints.
• Ability to calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and calipers.
• Ability to machine parts to specifications using machine tools such as lathes, milling machines and grinders.
• Ability to measure, examine, and test completed tools in order to detect defects and ensure conformance with specifications.
• Ability to set up, adjust, and operate basic machine tools in order to perform precision machining operations.
• Ability to monitor feeds and speeds of machines during the machining process.
• Prolonged periods of standing with some lifting, bending, and twisting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stoop, bend or kneel when required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machining is preferred but not required.
• Experience with Blanching Machines is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the setup and offsets as required.
• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances for finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Verifies conformance of finished workpiece to specifications.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and material on machines such as mills, lathes, grinders and shapers.
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors and speed, feed, depth, and angle cut.
• Check machinery on a daily basis to ensure functionality.
• Other duties assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED