CNC Machine Operator

Description

Managed as part the Riverbend Industries portfolio, Phoenix Manufacturing, Inc (“PMI”) designs, markets, sales, and manufactures various high-efficiency residential and industrial evaporative cooler systems under the Frigiking®, Aerocool®, and Ecokool® brands. For almost fifty years, PMI has been providing quality cooling solutions and exceptional customer service to customers across the western United States and beyond.

Riverbend Industries Inc. (“RBI”) is a private family-owned portfolio holding company headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The portfolio is primarily comprised of several small, independently operated, previously family-run businesses in the light manufacturing and distribution sectors. The portfolio is a long-term holder of its investments and plans to grow both organically and through acquisitions into the foreseeable future.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented CNC Machine Operator to join our team. The CNC Machine Operator will be responsible for operating, setting up, and maintaining CNC machines to produce high-quality precision parts in accordance with company standards and customer specifications. This role requires a strong understanding of CNC machinery, blueprints, and quality control processes. They will be responsible for producing punched/formed parts by setting up and operating a CNC (computer numerical control) machine, maintain quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and tooling.

The CNC Machine Operator will have several Roles and Responsibilities including, but not limited to the following:

• Set-up and operate equipment according to production schedule
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering plans and hand sketches
• Proficient in use of measuring equipment such as dial caliper, micrometer and tape measure
• Verifies part programs and tooling set-up, checks first-piece and obtains approval from inspection before production run
• Maintains equipment by following standard equipment operation/maintenance procedures, following manufacturer’s specifications; requesting maintenance dept. for repairs when needed
• Documents production and keeps proper part count
• Maintains all CNC tooling by requesting sharpening and/or purchase of tooling
• Keeps up set-up sheet documentation for all CNC’s organized and up to date (latest revisions)
• Organizes and keeps work area clean and free of any obstructions promoting a safe work environment
• Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; ToolingU, reading technical publications
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests
• Must perform all work in accordance with all applicable safety procedures
• Able to work Overtime based on production requirements
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

This is a guideline to help you evaluate the position additional duties as required 

Requirements

• To perform this job  successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty efficiently, safely and in an acceptable manner
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; follow written and/or verbal orders; read, write, speak and comprehend English
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
• Capacity to apply understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions
• Understand fundamentals of material flow through production floor

Physical Conditions:

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

Work Environment:

The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration, and the noise level is usually moderate.

All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

This position description is not all inclusive.

PMI is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.