MACHINING TECH - Laser | 2nd Shift (Four 10-Hr Shifts)

WEILER INC • Knoxville, IA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machining Technician sets up and operates various machines, primarily computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment. Equipment may include CNC press brakes, machining centers, rollers, lathes, lasers, plate-cutting equipment, manual lathes, and manual drills. The position is in the Machine Shop and reports to the Area Manager. It is a non-exempt role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or at least six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one situations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and work orders for dimensions, tolerances, tooling instructions, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cuts, and cutting tools.
• Build tooling and work-holding devices to complete tasks.
• Set up machines according to documented instructions and adjust settings to produce quality parts efficiently.
• Read measuring tools such as angle and degree squares.
• Use calipers, micrometers, and tape measures to verify product quality.
• Load and unload raw materials and completed products, sometimes using an overhead hoist.
• Operate CNC machines that have already been programmed.
• Perform and document level 1 TPMs.
• Follow safety guidelines and work safely at all times.

What This Job Offers

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