Turners Falls Cnc Operator - Swiss Turning- Night Shift
Deerfield Packaging is looking to employ self-motivated, hardworking individuals to operate its CNC Swiss turning machines. Operators will be expected to follow a demanding production schedule and simultaneously run between three and six machines at a time. Supervisory experience greatly preferred. Opening is for 12-hour overnight shift 6pm-6am with generous shift differential.
Job Characteristics:
- Set up, operation, changeover and shut down of all CNC lathes
- Read shop packs to match tool ID with quantity, material, cut, operations to follow, etc.
- Identify and load corresponding program for each job
- Regularly monitor product quality and make offsets as needed
- Monitor shift handoffs responsibly to minimize machine downtime
- Inspect dimensions of all tools; must be able to match to print and specs provided on shop packs
- Inspect quality of all tools; must be able to inspect for dimensional tolerance and aesthetic tolerance
- Use tape measures, rulers, dial/digital calipers, optical comparators (shadow graph) and depth gauges to ensure precision
- Keep accurate and detailed paperwork; ability to read and interpret shop prints
- Complete tasks typically managed by CNC Utility (material handler) in their absence, including (but not limited to) chamfer and load steel bars into bar feeders, discard scrap, wash product, etc.
- Train other operators as needed, e.g. on the job training, shadowing, machine set up and changeover education, program checks, etc.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems arising out of normal operation of lathes; maintenance functions include (but not limited to) changing oil, replacing inserts and collets, program checks, etc.
- Perform regular (daily/weekly/monthly/yearly) maintenance per machine schedules, such as motor replacements, machine rebuilds, etc.
- Read, edit and interpret G- & M-code with sufficient proficiency to control movements and speed of lathes, including ability to customize written code to tailor to clients needs
- Oversees CNC operation in the absence of CNC Supervisor
- Participate in training new employees when needed
Required Skills:
- Collaboration with CNC workers and supervisor as needed
- Prioritizes tasks and delegates responsibilities in absence of Maintenance Supervisor
- Basic computer familiarity (file selection, OS operation, etc.)
- Strong organization and time management skills while multitasking
- Close attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
- Written and verbal English communication skills; ability to compute simple arithmetic
- Able to work with a team to accomplish company goals
- Strict attention and adherence to safety guidelines including wearing all personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Willingness to keep and maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Adherence to attendance policy
Required Education/Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 2+ years experience as a CNC machine operator
Preferred Education/Experience:
- Managerial experience or experience leading teams
- Experience with Swiss lathes highly preferred
- Associates degree or machining program certification
- Experience or certification driving forklifts
- Experience or certification operating hoists
- Experience with WinCNC or ShopVue
- 5+ years experience as a CNC machine operator
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an 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.