Machine-Tool Operator I

Chart IndustriesCanton, MI
Onsite

About The Position

For entry level candidates, this role will work under direct supervision and will develop skills and build knowledge of various machine tools with goal of becoming competent to work independently. Assist in operation of machine tools such as; shear, saw, press break, head punch, milling, lathe, drill press, flaring, tube bending, tube polisher or pipe cutting activities according to production specifications and needs. Assist with verifying conformance of machined work to specifications using measuring instruments such as; calipers, micrometers, and fixed or telescoping gauges. Learn to read and interpret machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements. Learn to select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties. Inspect all materials to ensure quality standards are met. Inspect completed work is in accordance to blueprints, design sketches or BOMs to ensure accuracy and per specifications. Understand and adhere to safety and quality procedures. Maintain clean work area and practices general housekeeping standards. Tasks are performed to ISO standards and requirements. Other duties may be assigned based on business need.

Requirements

  • 1+ years manufacturing experience, preferably in a fabrication role
  • Self starter capable of managing multiple work orders with a high attention to detail
  • Experience working with tools, such as micrometers or calipers, tape measures, etc.
  • Basic math skills which include understanding degrees of angle, basic understanding of geometry and ability to use angle measurement device
  • Must be able to identify problems and work towards a solution
  • Must be able to develop thorough knowledge of company products

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Experience using blueprints and design sketches
  • ISO knowledge
  • Experience with metal working equipment

Responsibilities

  • Assist in operation of machine tools such as; shear, saw, press break, head punch, milling, lathe, drill press, flaring, tube bending, tube polisher or pipe cutting activities according to production specifications and needs
  • Assist with verifying conformance of machined work to specifications using measuring instruments such as; calipers, micrometers, and fixed or telescoping gauges
  • Learn to read and interpret machining instructions, job orders, and blueprints to determine dimensional specifications, sequences of operations, setups, and tooling requirements
  • Learn to select and set cutting speeds, feed rates, depths of cuts, and cutting tools according to machining instructions or knowledge of metal properties
  • Inspect all materials to ensure quality standards are met
  • Inspect completed work is in accordance to blueprints, design sketches or BOMs to ensure accuracy and per specifications
  • Understand and adhere to safety and quality procedures
  • Maintain clean work area and practices general housekeeping standards
  • Tasks are performed to ISO standards and requirements
  • Other duties may be assigned based on business need
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