CNC Conversational Mill Operator I- 3rd shift

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Portland (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Joyce/Dayton Corp. seeks a CNC Conversational Mill Operator I for 3rd shift to safely and efficiently manufacture precision parts. The role is hourly and non-exempt, reporting to the Production Supervisor.

Responsibilities include setting up tools, editing CNC programs, inspecting first pieces, and ensuring parts meet tight tolerances while maintaining tool life and machine condition.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and related experience.
• Minimum 1 year of CNC Mills experience required.
• Ability to interpret and follow blueprints and process sheets.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC conversational mill to close tolerances (±0.0002 inches).
• Machine metals such as steel, stainless steel, and aluminum.
• Inspect parts during production with precision measuring tools.
• Read blueprints and process sheets to determine machining requirements.
• Edit and troubleshoot pre-written programs under supervision.

Skills

CNC milling

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Measurement with gauges

Basic programming

Tool setup

Teamwork

Education

Highschool Diploma or GED

Tools

ProtoTRAK

Precision measuring instruments

Steady rest

Job description

Job Title

CNC Conversational Mill Operator I- 3rd shift

Shift

Shift 3 (United States of America)

Summary

A successful CNC Conversational Mill Operator I can safely and efficiently manufacture parts that meet all quality requirements. This position is an hourly, non-exempt position and reports to the Production Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Work to close tolerances (ie. .0002")
• Machine metals including steel, stainless steel, and aluminum;
• Inspect parts during production using precision measuring instruments;
• Monitor and maintain machine fluid levels;
• Read process sheets, blueprints, and sketches of part to determine machining to be done, dimensional specifications, set up, and operating requirements;
• Edit pre-written programs with supervision when necessary;
• Edit program for process improvements and troubleshooting;
• Create programs, setups, and processes for new parts;
• Familiar with ProtoTRAK conversational language;
• Mount work pieces in chuck, to faceplate, or to fixtures;
• Select and install preset tooling in tool posts, turrets or cutters, and automatic tool change magazine; tooling is described on the machine control.
• Observe numerical control displays on control panel and compares with data on process sheet to verify dimensional adjustments, feed rates, and speeds of machining cuts;
• Turn dials and switches to override program and correct machine performance;
• Inspect first run piece and spot check succeeding pieces for conformance to specifications
• Study job packets and organize materials for next order during cycles to reduce cycle and setup time;
• Pre-set tools before positioning them in mill;
• Set up and operate another machine tool during machining cycles when possible;
• Utilize all types of inspection instruments to check work per print without supervision;
• Possess knowledge of various cutting tools and has ability to determine various machine speeds and feeds;
• Perform basic equipment maintenance;
• Crosstrain on other plant machinery as required.

Critical Skills:

• Trustworthiness- We earn trust through honesty, integrity and reliability.
• Adaptable- We are able to maintain effectiveness in a changing environment.
• Approachable- We are open minded, friendly, engaging, understanding and empathetic; being comfortable engaging in challenging conversations.
• Curious- We improve the organization by seeking information and knowledge to continually grow and learn and reduce moments of uncertainty and ambiguity.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Highschool Diploma or GED required and related experience.
• 1 year of CNC Mills experience.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to interpret and adhere to blueprints.
• Capable of understanding and following routing steps.
• Ability to inspect work and meet quality requirements.
• Sound mechanical aptitude with hands-on skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience using steady rest.
• Able to perform machine set up ( install proper chuck jaws and tooling)
• Basic understanding of equipment and processes in the area of responsibility.
• Ability to read precision measuring equipment.
• Basic programming knowledge or experience, set-up capabilities, tooling knowledge, understanding of feeds and speed and gearing technology.
• Own basic hand tools at minimum.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods standing.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Time Type

Full time

Joyce/Dayton Corp. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.