CNC Operator/3rd

Temporary Position

Job Summary 

 Operate computer-controlled machines to perform one or more machine functions on metal work pieces. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

•  Change punching tools and dies as required.5% 

• Measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures. 10% 

• Remove and replace dull cutting tools. 5% 

• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.5% 

• Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.10%  

• Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.10% 

• Stop machines to remove finished work pieces or to change tooling, setup, or work piece placement, according to required machining sequences.20% 

• Lift work pieces to machines manually or with hoists or cranes.10% 

• Modify cutting programs to account for problems encountered during operation and save modified programs.5% 

• Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation.15% 

• Other assigned tasks at direction of Supervision.5% 

Education and Experience Profile 

• High school diploma or GED certificate and/or industrial experience. 

• Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. 

Required Skills 

•  Operation Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. 

• Quality Control Analysis — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. 

• Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems. 

• Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. 

• Equipment Selection — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. 

• Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. 

• Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, and their applications. 

• Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. 

Tools and Technology: 

• Calipers — Dial calipers; Vernier calipers 

• Gauges or inspection fixtures — Dial indicators, Pin gauges, Fixtures 

• Tape Measures 

• CNC Weidemann — CNC punching machine 

• CNC RAS — CNC bending