Machine Operator

Job Title: Machine Operator

Pay: $19.00/hr with shift differential $20/hr

Hours: 2nd: 3pm – 11:30pm (with mandatory overtime) (training on 1st shift for a couple weeks)

Location: Gilberts, IL

Position Type: TTH

Requirements: Resume, Interview, BG, DT, E-Verify

Scope of Responsibilities:

· Operates Zund machines by organizing production functions as outlined by production engineering dept; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and flip operations; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs; sheet cut and part tracking for assembly.

· Loads and off-loads materials from CNC tables, cleaning parts and organizing for assembly.

· Verifies settings by measuring positions, first articles, and sample workpieces; adheres to high internal quality standards.

· Maintains specifications by observing machining operations; takes measurements; detects malfunctions; troubleshoots processes; adjusts and reprograms controls; replaces worn blades; adheres to quality assurance/control procedures and processes.

· Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

· Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshoots malfunctions; calls for repairs.

· Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

· Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

· Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publications; participating in training modules as they are available.

· Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

· Learns and performs other job duties that support the fabrication process, as needed.

Experience:

· Comfortable in manufacturing environment, and with high tolerance CAD/CAM production via CNC.

· Experience with digital fabrication techniques as well as CNC and/or prototyping experience is a plus.

Knowledge & Competencies:

· Regularly lifts 30-50 pounds

· Performs repetitive tasks

· Possesses manual dexterity to put parts or pieces together quickly and accurately

· Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

Ability to read and translate construction documents, ideation and form development, knowledge of materials and manufacturing process, hands-on experience in mock-ups, prototyping & mechanical aptitude a plus.