CNC Machine Operator - Level 4, 3rd Shift

Shift:
3rd shift

City:
Solon

Swagelok, Northeast Ohio, USA

At this level the associate is proficient in all aspects of the process. They can solve most non‑routine process problems. The associate at this level is more aware of the overall business and can recognize the need for and Escalate process improvements to standard work that reduce cost and/or improve quality and delivery. They may interact with associates in other functional areas and can oversee and assist with department development.

• Can complete set‑up operation and troubleshooting of equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform start‑stop procedures including machine and conveyor start‑up, loading of raw material, and machine shutdown.
• Perform simple and advanced changes, adjustments, and set‑up to tooling and fixtures.
• Complete records and forms.
• Check machined parts visually and dimensionally according to quality standards.
• Clean chips from tooling and parts.
• Recognize and Escalate machine malfunctions and part discrepancies.
• Preset tooling as required.
• Set‑up parts, process and machine as required.
• Perform preventive machine maintenance.
• Generate and modify speeds and feeds as required.
• Troubleshoot and correct problems for set‑up, non‑conformance, tooling and machining processes.
• Diagnose and respond to program alarms and adjust as required.
• Make suggestions for process changes that may improve machining operations.
• Make suggestions for schedule optimization / attainment.
• Able to train others to improve their skillset.
• Generate and modify part programs as required.
• Repair, replace and/or modify the equipment if required.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Advanced knowledge about the products, processes and equipment.
• Self‑motivated and able to learn at a fast pace.
• Demonstrates proficient machining, communication, and troubleshooting.
• Operate Machining equipment that includes loading and unloading parts, inspection gages, comparator, micrometers, calipers, 6” rule, dial indicator, ring gages, drill/reamer, Johnson gages and Datum gages, magnifier and lights, miscellaneous hand tools and chip strippers.
• Identifies and corrects machining problems relative to tools and tool holders, collets and chucks.
• Ability to identify and rectify minor mechanical equipment malfunctions.

• Direct and assist others in getting required support work completed in a timely manner.
• Independently display prioritization skills.
• Understand and anticipate the internal customers’ needs and initiate action to meet them.
• Meeting customer needs is their driver.

• Drives improvements and helps others make a positive impact on quality and plant metrics.
• Along with providing it themselves, encourages others to provide reliable information.
• Acts as a direct liaison with product, process and quality Engineers to ensure appropriate application of technology.
• Supports organizational changes positively through actions and words.

• Always willing to be flexible in their schedule.
• Shares knowledge that they have obtained with others.
• Open to taking on new challenges.
• Can easily be interrupted or redirected to a new task, or site based on Swagelok’s needs.
• Has usable ideas to help increase equipment reliability.

• Creates strong morale and spirit within the team by encouraging others and making them feel valued and important.
• Facilitates Root Cause analysis effort for equipment reliability.
• Facilitate Shift Start up and departmental meetings.
• Promotes group reputation in a positive manner.
• Effectively coordinates resources to achieve ZCD.

• Communicates well with all different levels in the organization (shop floor, office, engineering, supervisors, managers, directors, lean leaders, etc.).
• Promotes own ideas and information with others.
• Drill‑down to root cause in all work order solutions.
• Communicate through appropriate escalation channels when required.
• Is a voice for Quality and will take time to explain theories and philosophies.
• Receives input from others.

• Drives team goals and results.
• Takes ownership of the actions and results of the team as…