Okuma Lathe - CNC Machinist

Description

SUMMARY
Sets up and operates computer numerical control (CNC) machines to run production of parts to customer requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

* Studies blueprints to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup required.
* Selects, aligns and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills and lathes.
* Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
* Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out of tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
* Performs daily routine maintenance of CNC lathes and mills.
* Audits first piece samples of production.
* Completes daily quality documentation such as routers and tags.
* Completes statistical process control (SPC) charts on production daily.
* Maintains housekeeping and safety standards in work area.
* Additional duties as requested by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be professional, proactive and positive, with internal and external customers and coworkers.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. 

Education and/or Experience

One year certificate from college or technical school; or three years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized form.

Technical Skills

* Knowledge of blueprint reading, and geometric tolerancing.
* Use and knowledge of inspection equipment such as calipers, micrometers, CMM, height gages, and comparators.
* Working knowledge of CNC equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee frequently is required to walk; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, and is regularly exposed to wet conditions and fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. The employee occasionally works high, precarious places, and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

* Good communication skills.
* Good organizational skills.
* Ability to work well under pressure and to remain flexible to changing schedules and demands.

Qualifications

3-5 years experience with Okuma Lathe - CNC Machinist