GENERAL SUMMARY:

Second Shift: 3:30pm- 12:00am

Under the general direction of the Operations Manager, the primary role is to produce machined parts by setting up and operating a CNC machine; maintaining quality and safety standards, keeping records, and maintaining equipment and supplies.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS* - Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints engineering plans, materials, specifications, reference planes, locations of surfaces and machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).

Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting chucks, tools attachments, collets, bushings, cams gears, stops and pushers.

Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position

Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces; adhering to international standards.

Maintains specifications by observing milling, drilling, grooving and cutting, including turning facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; trouble shooting processes, adjusting and reprogramming controls; identifying and sharpening/replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.

Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for needed repairs.

Maintains continuity by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities and continuing needs.

Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications.

Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Ability to assist and direct the cutting, machining, and configuration of complex block layouts prior to bonding to achieve final dimensional requirements.

Adhere to Business Management System requirements

General

Conducts night time shutdown of machinery

Maintains a clean and organized work area and general housekeeping

TYPICAL EQUIPMENT USED:

3 or more axis machining center

Turning lathe

Various hand tools

Tape measures, calipers and other measuring devices

Carts, dollies and other heavy weight moving equipment

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to train employees in the routine operation of the CNC in order to function as a back-up and/or additional shift coverage operator.

Other related duties and projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

High school diploma or GED

1-3 years of experience in CNC machine operation

o Demonstrated understanding of tool holders and tool @types

o Demonstrated understanding of differing feed and speed settings

o Demonstrated understanding of tool path following/alternative paths

Conceptual skills

Basic math skills

Ability to operate & enter data into standard Windows based computers

Good verbal and written communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Good interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking/problem solving

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to multi-task and be dependable, flexible and adaptable to meet changing or multiple deadlines

Ability to take initiative to identify a problem, obstacle or opportunity and take action within the scope of the position, as authorized

Ability to exercise judgment to solve operational problems where the answer is not apparent

Mechanical aptitude

Process understanding on issues relating to mixing ingredients to make products

Ability to operate equipment (mixers, transfer tanks, ovens, saw, planer, lathe, milling, tumbler, dust collector, hand tools, fork lift)

Ability to read and understand QC inspection documentation

Visual acuity to identify surface quality defects 1/32" and larger

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds

Regular exposure to noise, dust, high heat and chemicals

Regular exposure to fumes or airborne particles

Frequent reaching with hands and arms

Constant standing and use of hands while performing essential functions of the job

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE:

To conform to U.S. Government export control regulations and the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information restrictions, applicant must be a U.S citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorization from the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Westland Technologies, Inc.

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