CNC Machine Operator - Roll Shop

Company Description
Since incorporation in 1975, SinterMet has led the market with superior products, solution-based engineering, on-time delivery and customer service. We've experienced over half of a century marked by successful growth and technical achievements.
With a name that comes from the combination of the terms sinter and metals, SinterMet has earned its reputation as the industry leader. We continue to supply the vast majority of tungsten carbide rod mill rolls in North America.
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The "CNC Operator" produces tungsten carbide composite rolls by means of programming, setting up, and operating a computer numerical control (CNC) machine and manual machines; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies. The machinist performs a full range of machinist assignments using independent judgment to make decisions requiring the application of procedures and practices to specific work situations.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITES:
• Troubleshooting problems as needed;
• Produce work to close tolerances;
• Performs non-routine machine shop maintenance and repair, lubrication, and cleaning of machine tools;
• Selects cutting tools and adjust machine feeds and speeds as needed;
• Utilize measuring equipment used in the industry such as calipers, micrometers, snap gages, and other measuring equipment needed to complete work;
• Develop/Perform first part inspection and in process inspections;
• Identify root causes and corrective action for quality problems;
• Detect and report defective equipment, materials, and/or faulty operations to supervisor;
• Responsible for supporting operators in the training of loading parts, proving programs, operating controls, setting offsets, simple edits, deburring, and inspection of quality parts for conformance to requirements;
• Responsible for keeping equipment and work area clean and orderly (5S) and perform basic preventative maintenance;
• Within the scope of the job requirements, will be required to adhere and comply with state and federal law, the Company Quality Program and procedures, Company Policies along with Safety and Environmental regulations;
• Advanced G Code programming and some basic MasterCam Software programming;
• Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events;
• Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts and changing work schedules
• Other duties as required by Supervisor and/or Management.
Qualifications
• Blueprint reading skills
• Geometric tolerance and true position
• Able to use all tools to measure parts
• Ability to complete machine projects in an efficient time
• Knowledge of CNC equipment capability and daily maintenance
• Skill in performing mid-level math skills efficiently and accurately (including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fraction, and decimal)
• Ability to take direction from supervisor to complete assigned tasks
• Ability to communicate information clearly and directly to co-workers and supervisory personnel both verbally and in writing
• Ability to adapt to change (positive and negative)
• Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with stressful situations
• Ability to utilize interpersonal and communication techniques, working in a team environment, and dealing with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles
• Willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges
• Demonstrates a good attitude toward work and arrives on time for start of shift
LANGUAGE SKILLS
• Ability to read work instructions and procedures in English
• Ability to follow written instructions in English
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 or more years' experience with CNC machining, drawings and specifications or equivalent education/experience required
• 2 years technical degree in Machine Tool Technology preferred but not required
Additional Information
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs
• Constant exposure to indoor manufacturing environment
• Occasional exposure to chemicals and fumes
• Constantly stand and walk throughout the workday
• Constant exposure to moderate noise
• Frequently reach with hands and arms; use hands to manipulate, handle, or feel material
• Frequent repetitive motions
• Constantly wear eye protection (Industry standard safety equipment is provided by the company, and specific notice is posted in areas where safety equipment is required).
DEFINITIONS:
Constant Frequent Occasional
(5-8 hrs./shift) (2-5 hrs./shift) (Up to 2 hrs./shift)
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply via this ad. No phone calls please.
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Job offers are conditional upon successful clearance of a background check and drug screen.
All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.