CNC Operator, Turret

Hibbing Fabricators, Inc. (HFI) is a contract manufacturer of fabricated metal products that has been serving the needs of our customers since 1985. We are ISO
9001/AS9100 certified and serve the most demanding industries. We offer an energetic and rewarding work environment with a strong focus on teamwork and accountability. HFI full-time employees enjoy a full benefits package and a profit-sharing program. We offer competitive wages commensurate with experience. Work & live in northern Minnesota, an outdoor paradise!

• Proven ability to independently solve complex manufacturing and production issues
• Experience operating and setting up CNC manufacturing equipment and working knowledge of: CNC machinery and fabrication processes, CAD software, Quality inspection methods and measuring equipment, Manufacturing documentation and drawings
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership

• Maintain a safe, positive, productive, and ethical work environment by following all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and required personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC production equipment including CNC turret punches, CNC laser cutting machines, CNC press brakes, and other automated fabrication equipment.
• Create, edit, optimize, and troubleshoot CNC programs using engineering drawings, CAD/CAM software, and machine controls to ensure efficient production and quality parts.
• Verify machine setups to meet production requirements.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, work orders, GD&T symbols, and customer specifications to manufacture parts within required tolerances.
• Perform machine setup verification and produce first article parts for inspection prior to production runs.
• Complete First Article Inspection (FAI) reports and other quality documentation accurately.
• Perform in-process, final, visual, and dimensional inspections using measuring equipment.
• Collect and record inspection data and process control information in accordance with AS9100 Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Monitor machine performance throughout production runs and make approved program or machine adjustments to maintain quality, efficiency, and dimensional accuracy.
• Ensure finished parts meet customer specifications, quality standards, and production schedules while minimizing scrap and rework.
• Load, unload, and safely handle raw materials, work-in-process, and finished products.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance, cleaning, lubrication, and daily machine inspections to maximize equipment reliability.
• Troubleshoot machine, tooling, and programming issues and coordinate repairs with maintenance and technical support.
• Assist Engineering and Production with process improvements by recommending changes to tooling, programming, setups, work holding, and manufacturing methods.
• Participate in and implement Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and process revisions.
• Maintain accurate production records including setup, inspection, downtime, and job documentation.
• Follow work instructions, job travelers, routers, quality procedures, and standard operating procedures to ensure compliance with customer and company requirements.
• Maintain organized, clean, and efficient work areas.
• Work cooperatively with other departments to resolve production issues and improve workflow.
• Meet production goals while maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and workmanship.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.