Essential Responsibilities:

• Set-up and operate CNC and/or EDM machines to perform machining operations, fast hole drilling, graphite shaping on metal castings, forgings and bar stock according to specifications and set-up instructions, applying knowledge of machining methods.

• Study work instructions (mechanical drawings) and set-up instructions to determine machining required, dimensional specifications, work procedures and methods. Determine tool lengths, maintain tool change list and program measuring adjustments.

• Install work holding devices such as blocks and tooling on table of machine using hand tools. Lift work piece on table manually or with other material handling equipment and position and secure work piece on machine table or in holding device.

• Select and install tooling, place electrodes in automatic-tool-changer (if required) in sequence specified on process sheet.

• Observe numerical displays on control panel and compare with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates and speed of machining cuts. Check program at start of each shift.

• Inspect first-run piece, maintain measured dimension list. Record and inspect key dimensions for conformance to specifications using micrometer and precision dial gauges.

• Notify supervisor if machined first piece does not conform to specifications or of machine malfunction. Deburr all pieces as per specifications and good machining practice. Troubleshoot production problems.

• Troubleshoot production, machine and quality problems.

• Maintain tools and measuring instruments supplied by company.

• Maintain company production and quality standards.

• Report unusual problems or conditions to supervisor.

• Observe company safety rules and regulations.

• Perform, as assigned, other similar and related duties.





3rd shift 6pm-6am M-F