Machine Setup Operator H}

ARCH•Woburn, MA

About The Position

The Machine Setup Operator operates and sets up machines for non-complex machining operations, loads and unloads material and parts, performs deburring, housekeeping, and daily maintenance checks, and adjusts machine and tool offsets. The operator installs fixtures and cutting tools according to instructions, retrieves and verifies CNC programs, establishes machining offsets, monitors operations, makes setup adjustments to meet specifications, documents results, and obtains first-piece approval. The role includes identifying and building tooling, establishing tool heights, monitoring tool wear, following CNC programs, inspecting parts with standard and specialty measuring equipment, and operating a coordinate measuring machine (CMM). The operator interprets blueprints, specifications, and quality plans; completes quality paperwork and computer data entry; and may operate multiple machines at once. The operator may train employees on equipment they are competent to operate and should notify more senior machining employees, engineers, or supervisors when issues arise. The position has no process design and development or repair and rework responsibilities. Successful performance requires accuracy, thoroughness, attention to quality and productivity, safe work practices, basic computer skills, and the ability to communicate and work with others. The employee must be able to read and interpret safety, operating, maintenance, and procedure documents; communicate numerical information; apply basic arithmetic and practical mathematical concepts; and interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions. The job regularly involves standing and using hands to handle or feel objects; frequently involves walking and reaching; and occasionally involves sitting. It requires lifting or moving up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally. Close vision and depth perception are required. The work environment includes regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and usually moderate noise.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, blueprints, specifications, and quality plans.
Ability to present numerical data effectively, write routine correspondence, and communicate effectively with other employees.
Ability to apply decimals, fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations; add, subtract, multiply, and divide; and interpret bar and line graphs.
Ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form; identify problems promptly and resolve them or notify a more senior employee.
Ability to work well in group situations.
Basic computer skills.
Ability to perform the essential physical duties, including standing, handling objects, walking, reaching, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Close vision and depth perception.
Ability to demonstrate the Tier One Experience Behaviors: Together by Choice, Continuously Improve, Walk the Talk, Being the Best, and Customer Peace of Mind.
Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily and follow job-related instructions and assignments.

Nice To Haves

Vocational Technical High School or Community College Advanced Manufacturing Certificate graduate.
Multitasking machine setup experience.

Responsibilities

Load starting material into machines and unload machined parts.
Deburr parts as needed for inspection and safety.
Perform daily housekeeping around the machine and daily maintenance checks.
Adjust tool offsets and other machine offsets, including fixture offsets and cutter compensation.
For non-complex machining operations, install and align holding fixtures and accessories according to green folder instructions.
Align and secure cutting tools in tool holders and install tool assemblies according to the tool sheet.
Retrieve CNC programs, verify the correct revision, and download programs to machines.
Establish machining offsets such as G54.
Start and observe machine operations; identify malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjust setups as needed to produce parts within specification.
Document results and obtain first-piece stamps for operations.
Recognize tool wear and adjust tool offsets as necessary.
Identify and build tooling according to the tool sheet, establish tool heights, identify the correct tools, and change tools in the machine.
Read CNC programs line by line to follow tool paths.
Inspect parts using hand tools such as vernier calipers, micrometers, and hard gages.
Use specialty inspection devices, such as vision systems, where required by the machining cell.
Load parts onto and operate a CMM to verify they meet specifications.
Read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and quality plans to understand inspection requirements.
Complete Quality System paperwork and enter data into a computer as necessary.
Operate more than one machine at a time as required.
Train other employees in the basics of operating equipment on which the employee is fully competent.
Notify more senior machining employees, engineers, or supervisors when problems arise.
Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
Monitor own work for quality, apply feedback, seek improvement, and meet productivity standards.