Machine Operator
$57,408–$57,408 year
On-siteStoughton, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Study work orders, blueprints, and engineering plans to plan machining operations, then set up mills and lathes by installing chucks, tool attachments, and adjusting feeds. Load stock into the mechanism, verify settings by measuring positions and first-run parts, and maintain specifications while observing milling, drilling, and cutting operations. Troubleshoot processes, adjust controls, identify worn tools, and perform preventive maintenance on equipment. Document actions in production logs, maintain a clean work area, and conduct night time shutdowns of machinery. Adhere to safety procedures, quality assurance protocols, and business management system requirements. Train employees in CNC routine operation and assist with complex block layouts prior to bonding.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- 1-3 years of experience in CNC machine operation
- Demonstrated understanding of tool holders and tool types
- Demonstrated understanding of differing feed and speed settings
- Demonstrated understanding of tool path following/alternative paths
- Conceptual skills
- Basic math skills
- Ability to operate & enter data into standard Windows based computers
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Good interpersonal skills
- Analytical thinking/problem solving
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to multi-task and be dependable, flexible and adaptable to meet changing or multiple deadlines
- Ability to take initiative to identify a problem, obstacle or opportunity and take action within the scope of the position, as authorized
- Ability to exercise judgment to solve operational problems where the answer is not apparent
- Mechanical aptitude
- Process understanding on issues relating to mixing ingredients to make products
- Ability to operate equipment (mixers, transfer tanks, ovens, saw, planer, lathe, milling, tumbler, dust collector, hand tools, fork lift)
- Ability to read and understand QC inspection documentation
- Visual acuity to identify surface quality defects 1/32" and larger
- Must be able to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds
- U.S citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorization from the U.S. Department of State or Department of Commerce
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United Sates
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