Req MTO Plug Machine Operator

Requisition #1296

Vermont Precision Tools, Inc.

Made to Order Value Stream

A Machine Operator in the Made to Order Value Stream is responsible for producing a variety of high quality, precision cylindrical plug or ring gages for the gage industry.

• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot manual grinding, CNC Grinding/Lathes, Heat Treat, and Sand Blasting processes that produce gage products.
• Produce products while maintaining daily production totals.
• Maintain diameters at very close tolerances as required.
• Read and use basic CNC programming to set up production runs and make modifications.
• Perform basic data entry functions using internal computers.
• Monitor part conformance based on blueprint specifications or work order instructions.
• Inspect product using measuring equipment.
• Maintain quality production in accordance with company standards.
• Remake and/or rework products that do not meet required specifications.
• Maintain established production levels for all operations performed.
• Set up and operate Chrome Plating processes and procedures (if required).
• Set up and operate Heat Treat equipment and processes (if required).
• Follow all company policies, ergonomic standards, and safety requirements.

Perform other duties as required. Regular and on-time attendance is required. Be at work on time when scheduled and remain at work throughout the established work schedule.

High school education required or an equivalent of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired.

• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical functions (fractions, decimals, metrics, conversions, geometry, trigonometry).
• Mechanically inclined, preferred.
• Basic computer skills, ability to operate Windows and non-Windows formats.