CNC Technician

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries.

Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Operate and set up various equipment as instructed by the supervisor. Responsible for producing quality pieces and operating all equipment in the safest manner possible. Responsible for helping CNC Supervisor run the Department efficiently.

Night shift 6pm-6am rotating schedule - every other weekend off

• CNC Technician must maintain all cnc machine tools in operation by recovering equipment from CNC related alarm stops. Must respond to machine alarms in a timely manner.
• Assist the supervisor with assigning specific jobs to production personnel to meet production schedules.
• Instruct production personnel in proper operation of machines and/or tools required to perform assigned job duties.
• Assist the supervisor in cross training associates as well as assisting the Supervisor to keep associates current on their Hydro Safety training.
• Stop production and contact the Supervisor when quality problems are detected.
• Inform maintenance personnel and/or toolmakers when machines and/or tools break down.
  
  Exhibit a professional and positive approach at all times.
• Must be willing to cross-train on other jobs throughout the plant, as needed.
• When conditions dictate, overtime may be required (with little or no prior notification).
• Make certain all-applicable safety equipment is in proper working order before operating a tool.
• Make periodic checks to ensure assembled component parts match the samples supplied by the Supervisor, or Set-Up Person. Perform all required SPC.
• Check the material to ensure that it is not defective.
• S top production and contact the Supervisor person when quality problems arise.
• Ensure that correct Hydro Extrusion part numbers, customer part numbers, and piece counts are marked on each rack, cart, or skid that is sent to the next internal operation or packaged for shipment.
• Properly identify and account for all scrap before leaving the area or the general production area.
• Work to increase productivity and quality in the assembly area and/or the general production area.
• Make suggestions to improve the quantity and quality of finished product.

• A high school diploma is required.
• 4 years prior CNC set up experience working in a fast-paced, manufacturing environment is required.
• Must be able to read and understand blue prints.
• Must have working knowledge of M and G codes.
• Must be able to complete set-ups from blue prints as well as work instructions.
• Must be able to modify existing programs.
• Must be able to use hand tools.
• Must have knowledge of quality measuring instruments such as height gages, calipers, micrometers, and indicators.
• Must understand quality documents and systems.
• Must be able to read/write small numbers and letters. Must be able to make arithmetic calculations.
• Must be able to perform several tasks simultaneously.
• Must be able to respond quickly to problems; ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with co-workers,…