CNC Grinder - Rollomatic

Job Title: CNC Operator

Department: CNC

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Classification: Non-Exempt

Location: Varies

Travel: None

Job Summary: The CNC Operator will be responsible for producing premium quality, high precision carbide cutting tools using specific tool grinding machines and programs. Facilitates and operates CNC machines by programming, setup, operating the CNC machine, inspecting tools for visible flaws and correcting quality issues to ensure a consistent product.

Has developed proficiency through job-related training and considerable on-the-job experience. Completes work with a limited degree of supervision. Likely to act as an informal resource for colleagues with less experience.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None
  
  

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the setup and offsets as required.
• Ability to accurately read blueprints.
• Inspect tools for defects using quality control tools.
• Responsible for accurate programming and machine operation.
• Consistently evaluates the quality of the finished product coming off the CNC machine through visual inspection and the use of measurement tools.
• Communicates quality issues to programmers and/or General Manager.
• Check machinery on a daily basis to ensure functionality.
• Other duties assigned.
  
  

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 4-6 years of CNC Operator experience is preferred.
• Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machining is ideal but not required.
• A well rounded knowledge of cutters, inserts and feeds/speeds is preferred but not required.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong math skills required to perform day to day operations including the ability to convert metric to inch and decimal to fraction.
• Programming experience is preferred but not required.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Has developed proficiency in a range of processes or procedures to carry out assigned tasks.
• Has a basic understanding of how the team integrates with others.
• May provide informal guidance and support to more junior team members.
• Provides solutions to problems in situations that are atypical or infrequently occurring based on existing precedents or procedures.
• Uses communication skills to regularly exchange information.
• Review and improve existing methods, tools and processes. Contribute to sharing best practice within your own area.
  
  

Physical Requirements:

• Lightwork that includes bending into the machine, light lifting up to 20 pounds and some repetitive motions.
• Prolonged periods of standing at a machine.
  
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.