CNC Lathe Operator - 2nd shift

gtweed; Towamencin Township (PA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k savings plan

Tuition assistance

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Greene, Tweed seeks a CNC Lathe Operator for the Kulpsville, PA facility. The role requires at least 12 months of CNC Lathe experience, NC programming, setup and run responsibilities, and the ability to read production drawings and edit G-code at the machine.

You will operate multiple lathes, perform first piece and in-process inspection, and help ensure quality parts meet production targets in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent.
• Minimum 12 months CNC Lathe experience in a production environment including NC programming, program editing, set up, troubleshooting and run.
• Preferred proficiency with machining thermoplastic materials such as PBI, PEEK/ARLON, NYSILON, ACETAL, UHMWPE, PTFE.
• Must possess G-Code knowledge including understanding machine commands, sub program usage, edge break calculations and editing.
• Must be proficient with operating a workstation computer including searching, saving and editing files.
• Able to independently read and interpret production drawings and company documents.

Responsibilities

• Comply with all federal and state environmental, health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Perform fabrication of lathe products using drawings with minimum supervision to achieve production efficiency.
• Edit CNC programs for various lathes.
• Operate multiple machines and set up equipment to manufacture and inspect components.
• Load, run and inspect parts; generate and edit machine code at the machine.
• Provide adjustments and assist operators to meet quality and production targets.
• Utilize measuring instruments and perform first piece and in-process inspections.
• Participate in team meetings for operational planning and improvements.

Skills

CNC Lathe operation

G-Code knowledge

Reading production drawings

NC programming

Quality awareness

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them all in an environment that embraces diversity in people and opinions, moves decision making to the point of impact, and celebrates your success.

If you enjoy continuous learning and are excited about working with and creating technological solutions, explore career opportunities with Greene, Tweed.

Job Title: CNC Lathe Operator

Shift/hours: 2nd Shift / 2:45 PM - 11:00 PM

Department/Group: Plastic machining

Location: Kulpsville, PA

Position Type: KV Union

Job Family/Grade: 14

Reports to: Supervisor

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Comply with all federal and state environmental, health and safety regulations as well as any safety policies and protocols outlined by the company.


• Perform fabrication of lathe products, using customer or GT drawings with minimum supervision achieving production efficiency required including set up, troubleshooting and run.


• Must be able to edit CNC Programs for various lathes.


• Must be proficient in the operation of all fabrication equipment in the area including operating multiple machines at once.


• Set-up, loading and run of equipment to manufacture and inspect various components including generating and editing of machine code (programs) at the machine.


• Make adjustments and assist operators to produce quality parts at a rapid pace as per production requirements.


• Utilize all Standard Measuring Instruments, QMM, OGP, Keyence, Optical Comparator, etc.. Perform First Piece and 'in process' inspection as required to achieve acceptable reliability and repeatability targets.


• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor including active participation in team meetings for operational planning and improvement ideas.

Other Responsibilities

• Download and utilize required drawings, inspection sheets (generate new sheets as required).


• Perform required basic equipment maintenance (top off or adding fluid/oil, reposition water and air lines) for all equipment assigned to the area.


• Operate ancillary equipment in the department.


• Perform all miscellaneous duties in work area as required.


• Perform job in compliance with Company's Quality Policy (ISO 9000 and AS9100).


• Maintain part Quality Standards.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED or equivalent experience


• Must have obtained minimum of 12 months CNC Lathe experience in a production environment including NC programming, program editing, set up, troubleshooting and run


• Preferred proficiency in machining thermoplastic materials such as, but not limited to, PBI, PEEK/ARLON, NYSILON,ACETAL, UHMWPE, PTFE.


• Demonstrate proficiency upon completion of up to 30 working day trial training and evaluation period (may be ongoing until achievement is met).


• Must possess G-Code knowledge including the ability to understand machine commands, sub program usage, edge break calculations, and general editing.


• Must be proficient with operating a workstation computer including searching, saving and editing files.


• Demonstrated ability to independently read and interpret production drawings, work instructions, Company documents and other specified requirements essential for performing standard job functions

Physical requirements

• Ability to work for long periods of time in a standing position.


• Ability to occasionally work in positions requiring sitting and walking.


• Ability to occasionally work in positions requiring twisting, stooping and grasping.


• Ability to occasionally lift up to 55 lbs. without the use of mechanical lifting devices or help from others.


• Ability to wear personal protective equipment such as: eye protection and foot protection.


• Perform job in a safe manner.

Required Minimum Qualifications

This position requires U.S. Person status as defined by applicable law for authorized access to data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). A U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.

Note: This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor. All requirements are subject to change and updates.

Benefits

• health insurance


• flexible spending accounts


• health savings account


• 401k savings plan


• life and disability insurance


• tuition assistance

Equal Opportunity Employer: Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity