Machine Setup Operator

Fontana•Holly, MI

111d

About The Position

The Machine Setup Operator is a mechanically inclined role focused on continuous improvement, machine and tooling setup, programming, production, and quality checks. The operator helps ensure first-time quality and timely delivery of changeover components to headers. The Tool/Pack Room works toward on-time delivery and first-time quality of these components during changeovers. The role also supports machine operators with new job development and operates Tool Room equipment to meet quality and productivity requirements. It involves reading manufacturing and tooling prints, preparing tools to meet print tolerances, inspecting tooling, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and performing preventative maintenance when required.

Requirements

Basic computer skills using Google Workspace, including Sheets, Docs, Drive, Chat, and Gmail.
Solid math skills.
Mechanically inclined; shop classes or manufacturing process training required.
Basic problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify causes of routine problems and correct them.
Willingness to learn new areas of the business.

Responsibilities

Assist machine operators with new job development.
Operate Tool Room equipment with limited supervision while meeting quality and productivity requirements, including horizontal and vertical hones, OD/ID grinders, surface grinders, centerless grinders, and polishing equipment.
Read manufacturing and tooling prints and select and prepare tools to meet print tolerances.
Use Toolroom inspection equipment, including micrometers, calipers, indicators, contour tracers, microscopes, and comparators.
Maintain cleanliness of the work area.
Follow company safety guidelines.
Perform preventative maintenance when required.
Program and set up CNC machines.
Use tools and processes for turning, milling, drilling, and boring.
Inspect own tooling.
Perform other duties as assigned.