CNC Lathe Operator - 2nd Shift

Fisa Rentals; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Fisa Rentals in the United States is seeking a 2nd shift CNC/Multi-Turret Lathe operator to run Swiss CNC or CNC Multi-Turret Lathe machines and perform first-article inspections.

You will use micrometers, calipers and other inspection tools, verify material and size before loading, document work orders and SPC procedures, and help ensure on-time delivery while maintaining safety. A 1–2 year operating background or a 3–12 month training period is expected.

Qualifications

• High school graduate; reading, basic math, blueprint reading.
• 1–2 years machine operating experience; Swiss CNC or CNC Multi-Turret Lathe.
• If no experience, training period of 3–12 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate SWISS CNC or CNC Multi-Turret Lathe; perform startup inspections.
• Use micrometers, calipers, pin gages and comparators for first-article inspection.
• Inspect first part off at startup and during production.
• Check material type and size before loading into machine.
• Load material into vises; ensure clearance before clamping jaws.
• Monitor machine for abnormal sounds or tool wear; adjust offsets as needed.
• Inspect and replace worn tooling; touch off new tooling.
• Meet or exceed production rates per work order.
• Read workmanship standards and part drawings; document work orders.
• Perform SPC and move ticket inspections; document results.
• Identify nonconforming product or material.
• Clean tools; complete PM checklist; follow safety standards.
• Move parts to next operation; remove scrap; assist with setup operations.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

CNC machining

Inspection

Quality control

Blueprint reading

Calipers/micrometers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Swiss CNC

CNC Multi-Turret Lathe

Micrometers

Calipers

Comparator

SPC charts

Job description

General Description:

General operation of the production machines such as SWISS or CNC Multi-Turret Lathes when necessary. Responsible for first inspection and inspection during production.

**2nd Shift wage premium**

Responsibilities: (50% Operating, 40% Inspecting, 10% Other)

• Use micrometers, calipers, pin gages, comparator and various other inspection equipment appropriately
• Turn on machine. Inspect for obvious problems. Inspect first part off at startup of machine.
• Check for Proper Material and Size before loading into Machine.
• Load Material into vises as required, making sure all chips have been cleaned out of clamping areas before tightly securing vise jaws
• Operate machine watching and listening for possible problems. (I.e. Loud noises, unusual sounds, broken or worn tooling etc.)
• Ability to understand and modify tool offsets
• Inspect and replace broken/worn tooling. Ability to touch off newly installed tooling
• Ability to meet or exceed production rates stated on work order
• Read, understand information in workmanship standards and part drawings
• Fill out appropriate sections of work order
• Perform and document S&R inspection procedures when appropriate (SPC charts, work orders, move tickets)
• Identify nonconforming product or material
• Wash tools and return to storage area
• Complete the preventative maintenance check list
• Know and follow safety standards
• Move parts to next operation
• Remove scrap
• Help with set-up operations
• Other duties as required

Physical and Visual Activities:

• Standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, handling, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, visual acuity-far/near depth perception, field of vision and accommodation.

Physical Demands:

• Lift up to 75 pounds

Job Qualification Requirements:

• Knowledge
• High school graduate or equivalent; reading, basic math, blueprint reading

• Experience
• 1-2 year machine operating experience. Swiss CNC Experience or CNC Multi-Turret Lathe
• If no Experience then Training Period: 3 months to a year

• Information/Directions
• Written and verbal work instructions, workmanship standards book (engineer drawings), quality control documentation (work orders, move tickets)