Description

Summary

Tool Shop Operator is a person who is proficient in programming modes and maintenance of a CNC machine, Manual Mill, and Tool and Die. They will be responsible for following pre-programmed instructions from blueprints, performing quality checks, and ensuring the machine is maintained properly. Knowledge of CNC controls and use of calipers, measuring tape, grinder and/or forklifts preferred.

Essential Functions

• CNC Operator, Manual Mill & Lathe
  • Receive job order from Scheduler
  • Load/Unload CNC, Manual Mill, or Lathe with specific raw material
  • Set up, program or make adjustments to machine using MasterCam or Wire EDM
  • Grind rough edges when necessary
  • Stack finished parts on skids and/or in boxes to ready for next operation
  • Perform maintenance on machines
  • Maintenance of Scrap barrels
  • Ensure shop cleanliness
• Tool & Die
  • Receive job order from Scheduler
  • Machine parts or assembly for new Dies
  • Perform/qualify first run or modify Dies for revisions
  • Able to read precision measuring instruments
  • Properly store Die when not in use
  • Ensure shop cleanliness

Requirements

Required Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:

• Ability to operate computer
• Knowledge of steel types (stainless, cold rolled) and location of these raw materials in inventory
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, MSDS Sheets, blueprints, maintenance instructions, and job packets/procedures.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

General Skill Requirements

• Adaptability – Adapts to changes in work environment; accepts criticism and feedback, ability to work with frustrating situations, work under pressure and unscheduled overtime
• Attendance and Punctuality – Begin work on time, keep absences within guidelines
• Communications – Exhibit good listening and comprehension, keep co-workers informed, use appropriate communication methods
• Cooperation – Maintain effective relations, display a positive outlook and pleasant manner, support and assist co-workers
• Job Knowledge – Competent in required job skills and knowledge, exhibit ability to learn and apply skills, requires minimal supervision
• Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, displays commitment to excellence and ways to improve and promote quality
• Quantity – Completes work in a timely manner
• Safety & Security – Observes safety and security procedures, use equipment and materials properly, reports potentially unsafe conditions

Environmental Factors

• Exposed to fumes or airborne particles and hazardous chemicals
• Regularly works near moving mechanical equipment
• Awareness and use of safety precautions such a safety glasses, ear protection and shield, guards, lockout/tagout procedures

Physical Demands

• Required to stand, walk, use hands and arms to operate equipment
• Talk and hear
• Perform motions including bending, twisting, pushing and pulling
• Regularly required to lift, push or pull weight and/or carry objects weighing 60 pounds