Job Information
Fredon Corporation CNC MACHINE SET-UP OPERATOR (LATHE) in Mentor, Ohio
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CNC MACINE SET-UP OPERATOR (LATHE)
Position Summary
Set up and program 2-axis and 3-axis CNC lathes.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Read blueprints or job order for product specifications, such as dimensions and tolerances, tooling instructions, such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and determine sequence of operations.
- Select, position, and secure tool in toolholder (chuck, collet, or toolpost).
- Verify that gaging methods are adequate to produce the necessary quality requirements.
- Document all essential information on any required forms such as the job traveler, pan tags, red nonconformance tags and layout sheets.
- Position and secure workpiece in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers or fixtures, using clamps and wrenches.
- Move controls to position tool and workpiece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds, and depth of cut.
- Observe operation of machine and verify conformance of machined workpiece to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as fixed gauges, calipers, and micrometers.
- Observe machining operation to detect malfunction or tool wear.
- Operate bench grinder to sharpen tools.
- Communicate with co-workers and supervisor to receive instructions and coordinate activities.
- Inspect and measure parts to maintain statistical process control charts.
- Perform finish operations, when required (i.e. deburring).
- Read and comprehend blueprints and job traveler instructions and follow established safety procedures.
- Keep records of production quantities.
- Report defective parts and complete appropriate documentation when defects are identified.
Maintain a clean and safe work area.
Required Training & Experience
- 5+ years machining experience.
- Must have own tools.
- Familiarity with machine maintenance and proven knowledge in commands to retrieve preprogrammed instructions.
- Practical experience reading and comprehending blueprints and work instructions and following established safety procedures.
Ability to follow both written and verbal work instructions.
Preferred Skills
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
CAM experience
Experience working with lean manufacturing metrics and practices
Self-motivation skills and attention to detail.