Machine Operator - 2nd shift

The Machine Cell Operator performs duties to operate CNC machine, secondary equipment (lathe, drilling or tapping), deburr die casting and machining burrs, wash, inspect, assemble and pack parts in accordance with quality specifications. Train other team members in cell expectations. Additional responsibilities are dependent on the level of the operator.

• Machine operations include functions to clean, lock, lubricate fixtures as needed and activate machine tools.
• Load, unload and blow off parts per Standard Work.
• Visually inspect part for completed operations. Use inspection gauges as directed for defects.
• Remove flash and parting line from castings as directed per PIM or other cell documentation.
• Wash, Leak Test, Assemble and Gauge parts as directed.
• Make containers and put accepted parts in containers as specified in PIM. Perform final audit on parts produced.
• Prepare required production and quality control reports.
• Notify lead person, or supervisor in the lead person’s absence, of machine problems, and part or material problems.
• Follow safety rules and report any unsafe conditions or behaviors observed.
• Enter production and other requirement into the computer.
• Keep work area clean and orderly in accordance with 5S Standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or Equivalency. Prefer six months to one-year experience operating a CNC machine, secondary machines, Familiarity with quality control gauges is preferred.

• Understanding of machine set-up sheets and process control plans.
• Understanding of the use of handheld gauges.
• Knowledge and support of safety program.
• Ability to deburr machined parts using hand held deburring and power deburring tools and advanced deburring equipment.
• Ability to wash machined parts using automatic washing or manual washing equipment.
• Ability to use basic gauging and measuring equipment.
• Ability to identify defects and inspect parts using process control plans.
• Ability to start all secondary equipment from power off to cycle start and operate all secondary equipment.
• Basic maintenance functions like maintaining fluids and basic equipment troubleshooting.