CNC Lathe Operator - 3rd Shift Opportunity 15 Premium
Joyce/Dayton Corp
- Portland, IN
- $21.94 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Work to close tolerances (ie. .0002")
- Machine metals including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum;
- Monitor and maintain machine fluid levels;
- Read process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements;
- Edit pre-written programs when necessary;
- Edit program for process improvements and troubleshooting;
- Mount work pieces in chuck, to faceplate, or to fixtures;
- Pre-set tools before positioning them in lathe;
- Select and install preset tooling in tool posts, turrets or cutters, and automatic tool change magazine, in sequence specified on process sheet;
- Observe numerical control displays on control panel and compares with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts;
- Turn dials and switches to override program and correct machine performance;
- Inspect first run piece and spot check succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments;
- Utilize all types of inspection instruments to check work per print without supervision;
- Study job packets and organize materials for next order during cycles to reduce cycle and setup time;
- Set up and operate another machine tool during machining cycles;
- Set up and operate CNC machines using set-up sheets and written instructions with minimal supervision;
- Read CNC programs; run single block programs as required;
- Overcome and adapt to problems not specified on job setup sheet when encountered;
- Identify and share process improvement ideas;
- Perform equipment maintenance and tool sharpening as needed;
- Crosstrain on other plant machinery as required
- Highschool Diploma or GED required and related experience.
- 3 years of CNC Lathe experience.
- Possess knowledge of various cutting tools and ability to determine various machine speeds and feeds.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to interpret and adhere to blueprints.
- Capable of understanding and following routing steps.
- Ability to inspect work and meet quality requirements.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience using steady rest.
- Advanced understanding of gearing terminology.
- Own basic hand tools at minimum.
- Prolonged periods standing.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.