Fabricator - PP Operator

Summary Sets up and operates the CNC plasma punch to punch and cut sheet metal and metal plate to blueprint and work order specifications. Selects and installs tooling, runs programmed jobs, monitors machine performance, and inspects parts to ensure they meet quality standards, while maintaining a safe and organized work area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Safety
1. Wears required personal protective equipment and follow lockout/tagout and machine guarding procedures when changing tooling, clearing jams, or performing maintenance.
2. Reports unsafe conditions, near misses, and equipment hazards to the supervisor immediately.

Blueprint and Work Order Interpretation
4. Interprets drawings, program sheets, and work orders to determine work to be done, forming sequences, and dimensions of the finished work piece.
5. Discusses nesting and machining problems with the Fabrication Programmer to improve material yield and part quality.

Machine Setup
6. Retrieves preprogrammed machine instructions from the CNC control or network database and verifies the correct program and revision for the job.
7. Selects and installs punches, dies, and plasma nozzles in the machine or machine tool holders.
8. Loads material onto the machine bed and positions and secures it according to setup instructions.
9. Manipulates controls and enters commands to index the machine to the specified set point and start the machine.

Machine Operation and Monitoring
10. Performs a variety of punching and cutting operations to close and interrelated tolerances.
11. Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions, such as worn or damaged punches, dies, and cutting tips.
12. Changes punches, dies, and/or nozzle tips as specified in setup instructions or when wear is detected.
13. Uses override controls to correct conditions that are out of tolerance or operating unusually.
14. Adjusts machine feed and speed and changes tooling to produce parts to specification when automatic programming is faulty or the machine malfunctions.

Quality and Inspection
15. Performs first-piece and in-process inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications.
16. Measures work pieces for conformance to specifications using appropriate measuring instruments.
17. Removes slag and burrs from the edges of work pieces.
18. Notifies the supervisor of discrepancies and segregates nonconforming parts.

Maintenance and Housekeeping
19. Cleans the machine, tooling, and work area at the end of each shift.
20. Performs routine machine maintenance and reports equipment issues that require repair.

Cross-Functional Support
21. Performs the duties of a Numeric Controlled Machine Operator, operating either a plasma cutter or a brake press, as production needs require.
22. Operates forklift as needed to move material and maintains current forklift training certification.
23. All other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Growth OpportunityKMW is committed to developing talent from within. A Plasma Punch Operator who consistently meets safety, quality, and productivity standards will be encouraged to cross-train on other CNC fabrication equipment, such as the brake press and laser, to become a versatile multi-machine operator. Operators who demonstrate strong blueprint reading, setup, and troubleshooting skills, and who show an interest in CAD/CAM software and nesting, may be considered for advancement to a Lead Operator or Fabrication Programmer role.

Employees are encouraged to discuss their development goals with their supervisor and Human Resources.

Core Competencies To perform the job successfully, an…