
Posted 3 months ago
CNC Operator Level 3- 3rd Shift
Columbia, PA - PlantOn-siteFull-time
AI Summary
CNC Operator Level 3 operates CNC mills and lathes, sets up machines, changes inserts, reads blueprints and M/G codes, and maintains quality and production goals.
About this role
The following is a list of general responsibilities and skills necessary to perform the duties of the CNC Level 3 classification (labor grade 9).
Key Responsibilities
- Ability to perform CNC Level 1 & 2 requirements
- Operate all CNC Equipment (mills/lathes)
- Set-up and operate equipment per MO requirements using the following; blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, reference planes, locations of surfaces.
- Changes tool inserts as required to maintain part specifications and monitor tool usage and wear.
- Must have a good working knowledge of M & G Codes
- Ability to be trained to enter work orders into the Maintenance system.
- Configures CNC by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets and prove part programs.
- Loads machine with work pieces and verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces.
- Maintains specifications by observing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; editing programs; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
- Accomplishes organization goals by offering improvement opportunities.
- Meets production goals in terms of cycle time, quantity, and quality
- Works with higher level CNC associates to troubleshoot, set-up and machine new products
- Works with lower CNC levels to guide and coach them on higher skilled tasks.
- Works with supervision and leads to assure the equipment is safe, tooling on-hand and assisting in keeping the equipment in operation to meet schedule requirements
- Perform basic service checks per documented procedures(check and add coolant and oils as required)
Additional responsibilities and duties may be assigned.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
- Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be able to work independently or with others.
- Demonstrated mechanical ability.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to understand and adhere to written policies and procedures
Must be available for weekend and overtime assignments as required.
Skills
Blueprint Reading?CNC LathesCNC MillsEngineering PlansG CodesMaintenance SystemM CodesPrecision MeasurementSetupTool Inserts
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