What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Operator position at Pioneer Surgical Technology?
POSITION SUMMARY:
CNC Operator – All Levels: represents an entry level position through an advanced level. The CNC Operator will continue to develop technical skills in their assigned areas, further their growth as team contributors, and begin using their experience and technical abilities to demonstrate leadership characteristics. The position requires hands-on experience and growing proficiency of Resolve Surgical’s most complicated processes. This position is critical in helping Resolve Surgical Technologies maximize the number of patients served while maintaining a high level of quality and safety.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
CNC Operator – All Levels:
- Milling, Turning, & Electrical discharge machining (EDM)
- Machine parts to specifications
- Replace, adjust, or operate basic or specialized machine tools
- Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines
- Measure, examine, or test completed units to check for defects and ensure conformance to specifications
- Maintain machine tools in proper operational condition
- Maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with Resolve’s safety protocols and OSHA requirements.
CNC Operator 1:
- Entry-level position
- Operates a limited number of machines
- Performs basic inspections
CNC Operator 2: Inclusive of level 1 responsibilities
- Intermediate-level position
- Operates multiple machine types
- Performs basic set-ups
- Study sample parts, blueprints, drawings, or engineering information to determine methods or sequences of operation needed to fabricate products.
- Operate equipment to verify operations efficiency
- Inspect work pieces to ensure they are properly lubricated or cooled.
- Assist with coordinating and conducting training where applicable and needed
CNC Operator 3: Inclusive of level 1 & 2 responsibilities
- Advanced-level position,
- Operates multiple machine types
- Cross-trained in multiple areas
- Performs basic to increasingly complex set-ups
- Assist with coordinating and conducting training where applicable and needed
*This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the essential functions. *
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED AND/OR PREFERRED:
CNC Operator 1:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Completion or enrollment in the NMU CNC certification program or 1 year of equivalent work experience preferred
CNC Operator 2:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Completion or enrollment in the NMU CNC certification program or 2 years of equivalent work experience preferred
CNC Operator 3:
- High School diploma or equivalent required
- Recommended 5 years of experience of equivalent work experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Technical Competencies
- CNC skills (shop math, print reading, locating prints)
- Intermediate mathematics (manipulating numbers, quantities, shapes, and spaces)
- Intermediate hand tools (safety and appropriately use hammers, screwdrivers, hacksaws, and other hand tools)
- Computer skills (Standard Works, following SOP’s, navigating One Drive/Sharepoint, Propel)
- Fundamental or basic understanding of geometric and dimensional tolerancing (GD&T)
- Basic to Advanced inspection techniques
- Basic to Advanced SAP knowledge/fundamentals
- Equipment selection and maintenance knowledge
- Beginning computer-aided manufacturing, level 3 only (beginning to understand computer-assisted design programs (e.g. CAD, CAM) and processes/machines (e.g. 5-axis machining, CNC machines, mills, and lathes)).
Behavioral & Basic Skill Competencies
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong active listening skills
- Ability to stay focused while performing repetitive tasks for long periods of time
- Ability to follow directions, learn, and adapt
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Team player with ability to work cooperatively with others
- Positive attitude
- Participation (willingness to learn and take on new challenges, grow with company, willingness to train)
- Mechanical aptitude
- Work Ethic and Punctuality (follow work schedule, work full duration of shift, and work overtime as needed)
- Ability to multitask and attention to detail
- Role model for others
- Peer to peer mentoring
- Strong demonstration of Resolve’s Values, Mission, and Vision
- Safety and Quality mindset
This position requires the use of personal protective equipment during various tasks/activities including but not limited to scrubs, gloves, masks, safety glasses, and safety shoes.