Summary
The CNC Router Operator is responsible for setting-up, programming and operating a CNC Router according to instructions to produce parts as specified while maintaining safety and quality requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Sets up and operates CNC machine router to cut parts according to specifications
- Review and understand CNC set up instructions, blueprints and specifications
- Operates from detailed blueprints yet able to conceptualize and fabricate parts per requirements
- Operates tools such as but not limited to grinders, band saws, pallet jack, air hose, etc.
- Verifies conformance of machined parts to specifications through the use of calipers, tape measure, height gauge, etc.
- Push control buttons to activate auto cycles
- Evaluate programs for routers by entering instructions including zero and reference points; setting tool registers and offsets; calculating requirements including basic math and proving part programs
- Inspect work pieces for defects and measure work pieces to determine accuracy of machine operation measuring instruments
- Maintain continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating among the different shifts the actions taken, irregularities that occurred and continuing needs of each group
- Ensure a safe working environment and keep work area clean and organized
- Document actions by completing production and quality logs
- Obtain Forklift Certification per Company requirements and operate forklifts in a safe and professional manner
- Record and maintain production and process data per Work Area Instructions
- Inspect and measure parts per Work Instructions, Control Samples, Inspections Plans and Customer Drawings to verify conformance to quality standards
- Monitor machine operations to detect malfunctions and process deviations
- Notify supervisors when parts fail to meet quality standards
- Utilize computerized data entry equipment and various word processing, spreadsheet and file maintenance programs to enter, store and/or retrieve information
- Manage time to determine priorities in order to effectively accomplish a broad range of activities
- Continuously evaluate and identify opportunities to drive process improvements that positively impact the customer’s experience
- Communicates in a professional, respectful, and courteous manner with all employees, customers, and others with whom we may work.
- Contributes to a successful workgroup and fosters a team-oriented culture through positive interactions, active listening, meaningful collaborations, high employee engagement, and the constructive exchange of ideas designed to meet or exceed the organization’s strategic goals.
- Follow all Company Policies, Procedures
- Other duties as assigned
