NC Machine Operator B **** Eligible for $5,000 Sign on Bonus

Job Title: NC Machine Operator B - 1st shift 
Location: Evansville, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Department: CNC 
Compensation: $21.00-$24.00

Hours: Monday - Thursday 3:00pm-1:30am; Overtime: add 1 hour to the end of workday Monday - Thursday or work Friday 3:00pm-11:00pm (based on staffing availability)
 Overtime may be required depending on business needs

SUMMARY

Sets up and operates numerical control machine to cut, shape, or form metal work pieces to specifications by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.  

• Maintains reliable attendance and adheres to set work schedules as outlined in the BAKER EMPLOYMENT POLICY manual
• Reviews setup sheet and specifications to determine setup procedure, machining sequence, and dimensions of finished work piece.
• Attaches fixture to machine bed and positions and secures work piece in fixture according to setup instructions.
• Assembles cutting tools in tool holders and positions tool holders in machine spindles as specified or inserts cutting tools in specified machine magazines.
• Enters commands to retrieve pre-programmed machine instructions for database.
• Manipulates controls and enters commands to index cutting tool to specified set point and to start machine.
• Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions such as worn or damaged cutting tools.
• Changes cutting tools and location of work piece during machining process as specified in setup instructions.
• Measures work piece for conformance to specifications.
• Notifies supervisor of discrepancies
• Maintains and records accurate count of work pieces produced and personal hourly attendance data.
• Practices safe work habits, maintains workplace in good order, and wears all issued personal protective equipment in the workplace.
• Other duties may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 Skills:

• Proficient with hand tools and mechanical tasks.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Solid math skills for accurate measurements.
• Experience with CNC machine operations (drilling, grinding, milling).
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Translate instructions into CNC commands.
• Problem-solving skills for identifying and fixing production issues.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, perform metric to inch conversions.  

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instruction furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Possesses or is able to acquire a valid forklift driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand.  The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to walk.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.  The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.  The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.