Vertical Lathe Operator - London, Canada - ADJ Industries Inc
Description
Position Overview:
The Vertical Lathe Operator reports to the Production Supervisor and is responsible for the operation, set-up and troubleshooting of one or more machines.
CNC Operators at level III may also be required to alter and/or generate programs on various machines, work to setup and prove special projects, and train new personnel.
Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
- Setup, troubleshoot and/or operate new and existing production parts using vises, fixtures, chucks, etc. with one or more of the following machine(s): CNC Lathe, CNC Mill, Bandsaw, Sandblaster, Manual Mill, Manual Drill Press, hand grinders, and other power tools. These tasks will be done under limited supervision.
- Alter/generate existing programs on four axis CNC machines by hand.
- Performs new setups on a variety of CNC equipment using an advanced level of tooling.
- Ensures that all setups are properly proven on CNC equipment for Level I and II Operators to run.
- Makes changes to existing programs to reflect engineering changes, casting variations, and efficiencies.
- Capable to transfer CNC programs between CNC equipment.
- Capable of building complex tooling and fixturing as necessary to support machining requirements.
- May perform detailed machine adjustments, if necessary.
- May read and interpret technical drawings to verify machines parts, and to determine machine setup and production methods.
- May visually or mechanically inspect parts for defects (cracks, chips, dimension, surface finish, etc) as part of inprocess inspection.
- Records results of defects and notifies lead/supervisor of deviation as appropriate.
- May use one or more of the following for measuring and inspection: tape measure, various types of micrometers and calipers, profilometer, height gauge, indicators, edge finders, thread gauges, pin gauges, and bore gauges with master ring.
- Understands and meets or exceeds production and quality standards; seeks to minimize reject rate.
- Follows approved drawings and a work instruction provided, and improves process and work instructions for new and existing parts.
- Required to perform machine preventative maintenance functions, i.e. checking coolants, checking lubricants, and changing filters, etc.
- Keeps machines and work area clean; notifies supervisor or maintenance when machine abnormalities occur.
- Safely move components with lifting devices such as overhead cranes, jib cranes, and forklifts.
- Possess the ability to use a computer system for basic departmental transactions as needed.
- Train other employees as required.
- Can be the recognized expert and may be sought out to perform leadership duties as necessary.
- Must serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex technical problems.
Administration
- Maintains an acceptable level of performance by following established policies and procedures, and participating in continuous improvement efforts by supporting and implementing new ideas.
- Sets a positive example by maintaining a respective attitude, cooperating with coworkers, management, and internal and external customers.
- Be a productive team member and help to meet established departmental and Company goals.
- Wears appropriate personal protective equipment at all times when required
- Report any personal workplace injuries to direct supervisor immediately.
- Report safety issues to direct supervisor or HR Manager as soon as possible.
- Responsible for knowing where nonhazardous waste collection containers are located and for putting nonhazardous/hazardous wastes in appropriate containers.
- Report to work for your regularly scheduled shifts on time and ready to work.
- Follow all company policies and health and safety procedures.
- Effectively gives and receives feedback and willingly asks questions and seeks direction when needed.
- May work any and all shifts/days as required and may be asked to work between ADJ facilities.
- Willingly accepts responsibility of sharing skills and knowledge with other employees.
- Perform all other duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Qualifications:
- Must meet the requirements of the Canadian Controlled Goods Security Assessment Application as per Section 15 of the Controlled Goods Regulations, SOR/
- Educational background in manufacturing or equivalent experience working on CNC machines
- 5+ years of experience working with CNC machines performing setups and program alterations. Vertical Lathe Experience Preferred.
- Must be proficient with all CNC control systems within area of responsibility.
- Must be proficient in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Must have full understanding of G and M codes in order to perform setup functions
- Skilled knowledge of blue print reading.
- Skilled machining experience, material knowledge, and math skills.
Accommodation is available in all aspects of the recruitment process. I
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