Machine Operator

Position: Machine Operator 3
We are currently seeking a Machine Operator, Level 3, to work 5:30a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This position works in Manufacturing and operates CNC bending machines, Deburr machinery, with addition of machine programming, VMM programming, and development of jobs and processes. This position also includes Production, fabrication and movement of parts and materials within lead time and to aerospace quality standards.

In this position it is expected the employee works independently without supervision required. Training and guidance will still be offered and available when needed to learn more about a task, or to learn a new task.

The successful candidate will possess the following skills and abilities:

Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and dexterity

Positive attitude, high energy, and solid work ethic with excellent time management

Ability to train quickly and autonomously perform to strict quality standards

Adaptable to rapidly changing duties and deadlines from day to day

Excellent attendance and safety awareness

Ability to drive and operate forklift and company pickup truck

Working mathematical skills, especially conversions and unit of measure (UM)

Preference will be given to candidates with experience working in a shop or manufacturing environment

Preference will be given to candidates with experience working within ERP systems

Preference will be given to candidates with blueprint/drawing reading aptitude

Preference will be given to candidates with experience using precision measurement tools such as calipers and micrometers

Successful candidates will be required to pass background check

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Operate machines such as (but not limited to):

• Develop CNC tube bend programs on Bend Pro,
• Develop programs on ACCUREX, Supravision VMM, and Absolute Romer arm in Tubeshaper software. CNC machinist knowledge and training will help greatly to understand Bender programming and operation.
• Set up and test bend Bending machines as well as operating and manufacturing production parts. This includes both, manual, and CNC, tube bending machines.
• Set up and operate:
  Tube deburr, flaring, and beading on End Prep machines.
• Pressure test machines,
• Fitting installation machines,
• Tube cutting band saws,
• Disk and circular grinders,
• Pneumatic hand tools

Locate and decipher customer and industry specifications within engineering documents.

Precisely perform tube manufacturing in accordance with customer and industry specifications.

Maintain clean and safe work environment.

Operate equipment in a safe manner.

Understand and be certified for the use and care of basic metrology, i.e. micrometers, etc...

Understand and read blueprints, i.e. part views, definitions and foot notes.

Understand and conform to relevant areas of the Quality Manual, Quality Procedures and Training.

Understand and input all relevant process and IPC data into Pro Shop/Part Level during part run.

Accurate and complete time tracking with achievement of expected "Time Against Work Order" targets.

Be attentive and prompt to load and unload production parts at beginning or end of single or flow cycle, as well as, keep up with off line support tasks, i.e. deburring, sawing, insert installations, etc...

Maintain awareness about cutting tool malfunctions and burr development. Report areas of concern to an Intermediate or Senior level operator.

Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management for the success of the department.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

Sitting, standing, pushing, pulling, grasping, reaching, squat/kneeling, working above shoulders, and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to a standard office environment and…