CNC Lathe Programmer/Operator

CNC Lathe Programmer/Operator

About Us:

Family-owned and operated in Alsip, Illinois since 1963, Kastalon Polyurethane Products prides itself on taking polyurethane manufacturing to a whole new level. Kastalon has built a solid reputation of problem solving by engineering unique blends of polyurethane to achieve exceptional physical properties. Renowned for providing our clients with design and engineering support, we not only make polyurethane components and parts, we create solutions.

Kastalon is a globally recognized custom polyurethane manufacturer that uses the highest quality materials and engineering expertise to match the customer’s specific requirements. Kastalon has built a solid reputation of problem solving by thoroughly understanding the customer’s requirements. By gaining an understanding of the application and environment that a part or component must operate in, Kastalon custom engineers the material to deliver the optimum physical properties for the best performance.

Kastalon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Summary: The CNC Lathe Programmer/Operator is a full-time employment position. The ideal candidate should be able to program, set up and operate a CNC Lathe.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

· Sets up, operates, and assists/edits programming of CNC Lathe to perform a combination of machining operations such as facing, turning, boring, threading, drilling, reaming, broaching, knurling metal work pieces to specifications

· Sets up and operates CNC Lathe to complete metal work pieces to specifications

· Reviews set-up sheets and specifications to determine program sequence, set-up operation and dimensions of finished work piece

· Inserts cutting tools/tool holders and positions tools on turret

· Verifies accuracy of machined work piece against blueprints or engineering drawings by measuring cuts with inspection tooling and gages

· Makes adjustments in the program and tooling as needed to achieve correct specification

· Loads bar stock or tubing in feeder tube

· Runs secondary operations on another machine when time allows

· Aids management in scheduling workload to save time

· Trains employees in set up and maintaining quality production standards

· Fills out production paperwork and inspection procedures

· Maintains production completion logs

· Reports any discrepancies to immediate supervisor

· Performs regular daily maintenance on equipment, tools, gages, and keeps work area in a clean, orderly, and safe manner

· Complies with company policies and procedures, giving special attention to safety regulations

· Performs other related duties as assigned

Education & Experience:

· High school diploma or GED

· 3-5 years’ experience programming/operating manual lathes

· Must be able to read blueprints, and hold close tolerances, O.D. grinding a plus

· Preferred: Currently enrolled in an Advanced Certificate or A.A. degree program in Manufacturing Technology (or similar program) at a local community college with at least 9-12 credit hours already completed towards the certificate or degree, maintaining a C Average or better

· Preferred: NCRC Exam Level Silver and four MSSC Certificates (Safety; Manufacturing Processes & Production; Quality Practices & Measurement; Maintenance Awareness); NIMS Level 1 Machining Certification

Supervisory Responsibilities:

· None

Hours:

· Training - 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, this position after training will transition to 2nd shift – 2nd shift hours TBD

· Pay: starting at $23.00/hr.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23