CNC Operator

Mazak Corporation; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mazak Corporation in Florence, Kentucky is looking for a CNC Operator. This role involves setting up, running, and testing production parts on CNC lathe equipment to ensure quality and meet scheduled demands.

The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills with Mazatrol and experience in operating CNC lathe equipment. Applicants should have an associate degree in machining or related vocational training and a solid mechanical background.

Qualifications

• 3 years of CNC lathe experience required.
• Mechanical background preferred.
• Strong math skills required.
• Familiar with various gaging instruments.

Responsibilities

• Set up, run, and test cut production parts.
• Maintain equipment and perform accuracy checks.
• Utilize overhead crane for material setup.
• Modify part programs as needed.

Skills

CNC lathe experience

Programming skills

Blueprint reading

Mathematics skills

Familiarity with gaging instruments

Ability to follow directions

Education

Associate degree in Machining or Manufacturing

Vocational training in related field

Tools

Mazatrol programming

Job description

The CNC Operator is responsible for setting up, running and or test cutting production parts to meet our planned schedules and quality requirements.

Scope and Responsibilities

• Proactively attains a safe and healthy work environment for all employees
• Operate, Set-Up, and Inspect various production parts on CNC Lathe equipment
• Modify part programs to print specification for size, shape and tolerancing
• Utilize Mazatrol programming for operation of CNC lathe equipment
• Create tooling layout when applicable and/or for new test cut parts
• Set up of parts using chucks, jaws & steady rests for work holding of the raw materials
• Set up of work holding tables for automated systems to load machines in an automated environment
• Use overhead crane to assist with the set up of raw materials
• Blueprint reading to run and check parts against specifications
• Maintain the equipment for good working operation checking oil levels and lube levels daily/weekly
• Perform accuracy checks throughout run cycle and document for ISO requirements

Education / Certification

• Mechanical background is preferred, such as running manual and CNC lathe equipment
• Past training as a lathe operator with programming skills
• Vocational training in related field of CNC Lathe operator
• Associate degree in Machining or Manufacturing

Skills

• 3 years of CNC lathe experience required
• Ability to program using different methods to test cut a part to print specs
• Must be familiar with the metric system and have strong math skills
• Familiar with various gaging instruments such as finger indicators, plunge indicators, calipers, micrometers, bore gages, tape measure and scales
• Familiar with Mazatrol, EIA/ISO formats
• Must be familiar with chuck jaws, steady rests and work holding techniques
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good work ethic and ability to multitask
• Ability to follow directions and work in a team environment
• Ability to read blueprints and basic GD&T
• Ability to set up, test cut, and check the entire process to produce the most accurate parts to meet production demand
• Ability to understand what the cutting conditions are and make the necessary adjustments to produce a part in the quickest and safest manner to meet production needs
• Ability to take responsibility for parts made and be able to stand behind your work

EOE, including disability/vets

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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