Screw Machine Operator

PennEngineering®•Winston-Salem, NC

About The Position

The Screw Machine Operator operates assigned multiple-spindle automatic screw machines and follows all safety procedures. The role performs a limited range of rough and finish turning, facing, boring, drilling, reaming, tapping, threading, forming, and similar machining operations. The operator works from detailed machine-part drawings, manuals, specifications, tool charts, and instructions, and may receive assistance or close direction from a Team Leader, Troubleshooter, or Trainer/Mentor. The operator sets up and assists with setup of the machines, monitors quality, adjusts tooling and machines as needed, and keeps bar stock supplied. The position also involves inspecting parts, maintaining and cleaning the machine and work area, completing production and quality reports, and coordinating with operators on other shifts.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to stand throughout an eight- to twelve-hour shift.
Ability to bend forward, stretch forward, and reach into a machine as needed.
Visual acuity to read micrometers, inspect small parts, and adjust tooling; near vision must be at least 20/30.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds ten times during an eight-hour shift; occasional lifting of up to 75 pounds may be necessary.

Nice To Haves

Ability to read blueprints.
Mechanical ability.

Responsibilities

Operate assigned multiple-spindle automatic screw machines to perform specified machining operations.
Follow standard operating procedures and use correct feeds and speeds to produce parts within quality limits and drawing specifications.
Work from machine-part drawings, machine manuals, specifications, tool charts, and instructions, taking direction from a Team Leader, Troubleshooter, or Trainer/Mentor.
Remove, sharpen, and reset tools; gauge work; and make machine adjustments as needed based on inspection results.
Set up and assist in setting up screw machines.
Move parts produced by the previous shift away from machines for pickup and transportation to be cleaned, when necessary.
Check that sufficient bar stock is available and that it is the correct material for the parts ordered; keep the stock reel full.
Check the first part produced from each spindle against quality specifications; stop the machine and make or seek help with adjustments if parts fail inspection.
Inspect and gauge parts according to manufacturing procedures, and report parts outside drawing tolerances when unable to make necessary adjustments.
Report faulty operations, defective material or equipment, drawing discrepancies, and other unusual conditions.
Maintain a neat and orderly work area; perform daily machine and work-area cleanup and keep the machine free of chips.
Oil and grease the machine, replace coolant, and replace drills, taps, or inserts as required.
Complete time, production, and quality reports as necessary.
Exchange information with operators from other shifts about work in progress.
Perform other duties as required.