NC Operator III - 1st Shift, Polymer Seals

A.W. Chesterton Company•Groveland, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A.W. Chesterton is seeking an NC Operator III for a frontline manufacturing position responsible for operating Numerical Control machine tools, including lathes, millers, and EDM, to manufacture metal or plastic components. This role involves running one or more machines simultaneously, inspecting work for quality conformance to engineering drawings, and recording data for Statistical Process Control (SPC). The operator will also cross-check the work of other cell operators for first piece inspection and advise of any quality issues. The position requires the ability to set up and run one's own cell, and potentially assist or train others in the set-up and running of other cells. Teamwork and a willingness to support quality and production goals are essential.

Requirements

Minimum of 6 - 8 years’ experience with Numerical Control machines in a Manufacturing/Machine Shop.
Works with little supervision; no instructions required for routine work.
Ability to follow detailed operation process planning, written, and/or verbal instructions.
Solid understanding of Numerical Control Programs and ability to read and understand machine code.
Ability to read and comprehend engineering drawings and blueprints.
Solid math skills and advanced math skills.
Ability to work in Machine Shop Environment.
Ability to exercise independent judgment in the manufacturing of components.
Interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others in a team environment.
Requires lifting parts, tools, and fixtures weighing up to 35 lbs.
Ability to work in an uncomfortable environment, i.e., extreme heat, cold, and noise.
Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, reach with hands and arms.
May require repetitive elbow movements, rotating wrist movements, grasping, squeezing and handling objects, tools or controls.
Must regularly lift and/or move up to 35 lbs.
May be required to crouch, kneel or bend and reach above shoulder height.
Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Works near moving mechanical parts.
Ability to work and walk about in a manufacturing shop floor environment.
Must wear required protective clothing, i.e., steel toe shoes and safety glasses.
Exposure to high levels of noise and temperature exist daily.

Nice To Haves

Ability to train other operators as required.
Willingness to participate in continuous improvement activities and is forth coming with improvement suggestions.

Responsibilities

Operates Numerical Control machine tools including lathes, millers, and EDM to manufacture metal or plastic components.
Runs one or more machines simultaneously.
Inspects work and performs quality checks to ensure conformance to Engineering Drawings.
Records data for SPC, manually or electronically.
Cross-checks other cell operators’ work for first piece inspection and advises of any quality issues.
Sets up and runs own cell.
May be required to assist and/or train other operators in the set-up and running of another cell.
Works as part of a team and supports quality and production goals.
Downloads (electronically transfers) part program files using the machine controller.
Performs work from operation and planning packages, including process sheets, tooling lists, set-up sheets, program code, and blueprints.
Converts, edits, and may add lines of code to programs as required.
Performs minor to complex set-ups, including changing fixtures, tool holders, and making electronic tooling offsets.
Makes necessary changes to tooling, offsets, feeds, and speeds to produce in-spec parts.
Maintains a safe and clean work area daily.
Keeps informed of and follows machine shop safety policies and procedures.
Checks own work with inspection tools and has work cross-checked by a Quality Control Inspector as needed.
May be required to debur parts, do subassembly work, press pins, and/or faces into fabricated components, and mark, etch, stamp, or engrave as needed.
May be required to perform other manufacturing support functions.
Trains other operators as required.
Participates in continuous improvement activities and provides improvement suggestions.
Remains available during off-schedule hours to support business needs as per the On-Call Policy.

Benefits

Chesterton Student Loan Repayment Program
BCBS Medical Coverage
Delta Dental
401K savings plan with a Chesterton contribution
PTO including vacation sick, time, 11 paid holidays, and paid to time off to volunteer for causes
Vision insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
HSA & FSA options to cover additional medical costs
Parental leave for moms and dads to be
Hiring referral bonuses (up to $3,000 for select roles)
Legal services
Pet insurance
Chesterton relief fund for employees in need