Vertical Milling Center Operator

Operate computer-controlled machines to perform one or more machine functions on metalwork pieces while maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping accurate records and maintaining equipment and supplies.

• Measure dimensions of finished work pieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
• Examine completed work pieces for defects, such as chipped edges or marred surfaces, and sort defective pieces according to types of flaws.
• Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and work pieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Stop machines to remove finished work pieces or to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement, according to required machining sequences.
• Transfer commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules, using computer network links.
• Check to ensure that work pieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.
• Start machines, monitor their operations, and record operational data.
• Test and adjust machine speeds or actions, according to product specifications, using gauges and hand tools.
• Set up and operate computer‑controlled machines to perform one or more machine functions on metal work pieces.
• Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation.
• Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing, finished workpiece dimensions or numerical control sequences.
• Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
• Remove and replace dull cutting tools.

Additional responsibilities and duties may be assigned.

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Stays current with job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and studying technical publications.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of trigonometry, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

• CNC Mill (3‑4 axis VMC)
• CNC Lathe (2‑4 axis) (Mazak)