CNC Machine Operator

Job Title: CNC Machine Center Operator

JOB SUMMARY

The Machine Center Operator sets up and operates one or more computer numeric controlled boring and edge banding machines to produce a quality product of specified materials, dimensions, and color.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates the machines to create all components of manufactured products, in a timely manner that meets the production schedule and quality requirements.
• Prepare and setup machine systems for daily operation and adherence to daily production goals.
• Help maintain machine, ensuring it is always in proper working condition and available for maximum throughput. Performs preventative maintenance as required.
• Prepares work to be accomplished by studying instructions, labels, blueprint specifications, and materials.
• Verifies specifications by measuring completed component.
• Inspects each product produced to ensure it meets quality standards. Notifies supervisor about sub-standard quality issues.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Conserves resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
• Contribute to Continuous Improvement initiatives related to work-flow, 5S and overall shop efficiency
• Performs other duties as assigned by manager.
• Does all the above in a manner that meets company safety requirements including, but not limited to, wearing safety glasses.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Experience operating manufacturing machine equipment
• Experience calibrating and changing tooling.
• Experience with edge banding machines and contour edging.
• Must be able to interpret engineering design drawings.
• Must be able to read and use tape measure for precise measurements.
• Must have a strong sense of urgency in accomplishing hourly goals.
• Must have a basic ability for reading, writing and computer keyboard skills.
• Experience with 5 axis machine centers
• Familiar with wood-industry machine programming a plus
• Experience with engineering programming a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Work involves walking, talking, hearing, and using material handling equipment.
• Vision abilities require close vision assessments.
• Required to lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 50 lbs. continually.
• May be required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Moderately loud noise levels in plant environment.

REPORTING LINE

• This position reports to the Plant Manager