What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Technician II - CNC Mill - 1st Shift position at AFL?
AFL manufactures industry-leading fiber optic cable, connectivity and accessories and provides engineering and installation services for some of the largest telecom customers in the world. Our company was founded in 1984 with a single fiber optic cable and today, we manufacture thousands of products, generate an excess of $1B in revenue, and employ more than 7,000 associates worldwide. At AFL, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We hire and train everyone, investing in them to ensure success in their careers. With a commitment to professional development and growth, let us connect you to your next career opportunity.
What We Offer:
- 401K Company match (up to 4% - dollar for dollar)
- Professional development, training, and tuition reimbursement programs
- Excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policy options
- Opportunities for career advancement with an industry leading company
The CNC Mill Operator is responsible for producing machined parts by operating Computer Numerical Control equipment.
Responsibilities
- Employee must have a good understanding of CNC and machining logic.
- Ability to set up CNC equipment and make offset edits.
- Maintain a good production level of quality parts.
- Ability to perform regular maintenance on the machine.
Personal Qualities
- Communication - possess strong written and verbal skills.
- Teamwork - works effectively and thrives as a member of various work groups.
- Detailed - able to keep detailed and accurate records.
Qualifications
- Experience in setting up lathes.
- Ability to read engineering blueprints.
- Understanding of precision measuring equipment.
- Ability to use and real calipers and micrometers.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred or a 1 years manufacturing experience.
- Physical demands:
- Job involves sitting, standing, walking and lifting for periods of time throughout the day.
- Able to pass pre-employment physical / drug screen and ongoing random drug screens.
- Must be able to differentiate between color shades (cannot be color blind)
- Must be able to lift between 15 and 40 pounds repeatedly daily.
- Personal protective equipment requirements:
- Safety Glasses must be always worn.
- Steel toes shoes must be always worn.
- Some positions will require ear plugs to be always worn.
- Self-starter with integrity and confidence who strives to achieve even the most challenging environments with limited supervision.
- Able to comprehend and follow work instructions, apply basic math, and use handheld measurement devices.
- Team player with well-developed interpersonal skills who is comfortable in a cross-functional, multi-cultural environment.
- Mechanically oriented individual with the ability to solve problems and implement change.
- Strong communication and writing skills with the ability to clearly explain issues.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Oracle a plus.
- General understanding of manufacturing operations.
- Good time management.
