CNC Machine Operator - Level 4 - 2nd Shift

CNC Machine Operator - Level 4 - 2nd Shift

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Shift: 2nd
Location: Eastlake, Ohio

At this level the associate is able to perform more complex duties per standard work including process changeovers and troubleshooting with minimal guidance or help from a trainer or support. They are able to recognize and solve some non‑routine problems.

• Complete set‑up and operation of machining equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• 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 report machine malfunctions and part discrepancies to supervisor.
• Preset tooling as required.
• Set‑up parts, process and machine as required.
• Perform daily, semi‑annual and annual machine maintenance.
• Correct problems in set‑up, non‑conformance, tooling and machining processes.
• Make suggestions for process changes that may improve machining operations.
• Maneuver around machine, includes but may not be limited to standing, bending, stretching and walking.
• Repair, replace and/or modify the equipment if required.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 30 months of applicable machining experience.
• Must be fully qualified as a Level 2 Machine Operator.
• Advanced knowledge about metal or plastic cutting processes and equipment.
• Self‑motivated and able to learn at a fast pace.
• Demonstrates proficient machining, communication, and troubleshooting.
• Operate machine: 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.

• 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 useable 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 a whole.
• Coordinate, communicate, and execute in the absence of supervision.
• Control emotions and reactions according to the situation and the audience.
• Provides accurate and detailed documentation…