SUMMARY OF POSITION

The CNC Operator is responsible for the timely and accurate production of metallic machined parts per the specifications and requirements of the shop traveler. The CNC Operator is also responsible for error-free processing of each order, and for completing the necessary paperwork and computer data entries associated with the CNC Production Process.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

As a minimum, the following is a basic description of typical duties and responsibilities expected of the CNC Operator. These duties are not exhaustive and are subject to change as the needs of the organization require. 

• Operate, maintain, clean, setup, load, and unload the CNC machine

• Effectively carry out production process:

• Receive order from Production Planner

• Allocate, pull, and load material

• Set up machine and run job

• Inspect products

• Clean, label, and stage finished parts

• Offload scrap or stock and return any materials as needed

• Process job though the system and maintain an organized, clean work area

• Verify quality to ensure the product meets the customer’s specifications

• Regularly clean and maintain equipment and machinery

• Program and troubleshoot CNC machine functions

• Understand Sunshine Metals' objectives and mission

• Practice a willingness to learn production and distribution methodology

• Exhibit adherence of safety and policy guidelines

Keep immediate work area clean and organized throughout the day

Cross-train other team members as assigned

Required Skills

• Intermediate or Higher CNC Operation experience

• Strong work ethic; self-motivated

• Operate with high integrity, maintaining positive relations with co-workers, customers, and suppliers

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Ability to measure using different tools

• Good reading and math skills

• Good organizational, problem solving, and time management skills

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction

• Computer skills necessary

Required Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent

• Two years machine operating experience

• Intermediate or Higher CNC Operation experience

• Strong work ethic; self-motivated

• Operate with high integrity, maintaining positive relations with co-workers, customers, and suppliers

• Good written and oral communication skills

• Ability to measure using different tools

• Good reading and math skills

• Good organizational, problem solving, and time management skills

• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction

• Computer skills necessary