CNC Machine Operator

Responsibilities

• Set up and manage CNC machines to perform different jobs including drilling, grinding and milling & turning.
• Translate engineering drawings and requirements into dimensions for production.
• Oversee the machines while they execute the tasks and make the necessary changes to produce improved results.
• Load and unload raw materials and equipment.
• Record all machine related actions by completing production and quality logs, keeping detailed records for equipment and procedures.
• Perform necessary maintenance, coolant monitoring and cleaning of equipment daily.
• Inspect finished product to ensure that results of the machining process align with client expectations.
• Perform general machine troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
• Perform in-process measurement and visual inspection to ensure the quality of product meets customer requirements.
• Fill in all required controlled documents and SFC data entry including downtime on a daily basis.
• Monitor scrap levels against the parts produced under your responsibility and highlight if levels exceed average.
• Set up cutting tools as per cutting tool list, using a heat shrink fit and dynamic tool balancer, to ensure tools are in line with the drawing requirement.

• Trade School Accreditation/High School diploma or equivalent qualification.
• Certificate or diploma in Engineering is an advantage.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S under the area of responsibility.

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a CNC Milling machine operator (Milling and Turning).
• Proven experience translating mechanical documents and engineering drawings.