CNC Production/Machine Operator

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc.; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Overtime eligibility

Job summary

Hyperion Materials & Technologies Inc. seeks a skilled operator to run CNC and related production equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing cell.

You will perform setup, tool changes, inspections, and lean improvements while maintaining safety and quality. Training others and following standard work instructions are part of the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years experience in a manufacturing or job shop environment.
• CNC ID Grinding experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and production equipment as assigned.
• Perform basic setup, tooling changes and troubleshooting.
• Use gauges, CMM and inspection methods to ensure quality.
• Train others on safe operation of manufacturing equipment.
• Adhere to lean processes and documented work instructions.

Skills

LEAN manufacturing

CNC operation

Quality control

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma

3 years manufacturing experience

CNC ID Grinding experience

Tools

CMM

Material Management Systems

Job description

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Ability to operate and run to standard CNC Equipment, Process Equipment and Offline Equipment, such as Studer, Okamoto ID/OD grinders, sandblasting, Brown& Sharp surface grinder etc. while adhering to strict quality, cost and delivery objectives for assigned projects. Maintain a safe working environment per OSHA standards throughout the plant and assist in implementing any required updated safety regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participation in developing LEAN solutions throughout manufacturing.
• Independent, safe, responsible operation of all the equipment necessary for the production of super-abrasives and related products within specified work assignment.
• Operate automated machinery, lathes, mills, furnaces, wire EDMs, and robotic equipment.
• Perform hand assemblies of product, blends, sieved material, and other as required.
• Operate and interpret results from measuring tools, gauges, scales, microscopes, go/no go gauges, CMM and visual standards.
• Perform minor tooling changes, setup and troubleshooting on production equipment. Assist area experts in completing higher difficulty tooling setup, changeovers and troubleshooting.
• Perform basic preventative maintenance tasks including lubrication, filter changes, equipment cleanliness, and other as necessary.
• Complete ownership for housekeeping in assigned work area.
• Perform training of others with respect to the safe and responsible operation of assigned manufacturing equipment mentioned above.
• Adhere to documented work instructions: PPF, POCI, EOI, JSA, assembly prints, and other as needed.
• Assure product and process quality measures are maintained. Communicate quality concerns to relevant technical support personnel.
• Ability to assist with quality inspections.
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Work Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3 years previous experience in a manufacturing or job shop environment.
• Sucessful operation of CNC ID Grinding perferred.

Technical Skills/Physical Requirements

• Good interpersonal, cooperative and team -oriented skills and behaviors
• Proven independent performer that needs minimal supervision
• Ability to use production management tools including LEAN, material management systems, and maintenance of accurate throughput and quality records.
• Manual dexterity required to accurately handle and position parts.
• Walking and standing on the shop floor for extended periods throughout the day.
• Lifting and transport of materials (up to -40 lbs).
• Ability to comprehend and apply training to operate manufacturing production equipment listed above.
• Ability to effectively balance priorities and multiple tasks to achieve overall production goals.
• Must be available to work overtime during periods of high order volume.
• Basic computer competency (email, data entry into Material Mgmt. Systems, log notes in MSWord)
• MUST be able to work 2nd shift.
  

Pay range $18.00 to $28.00 per hour based on experience.

Candidates hired for 2nd or 3rd shift will be eligible for $1.00 per hour shift premium added to base wage.

In July 2018, we began an exciting transformation to become an independent company under the ownership of KKR, a leading global investment firm based in the United States that builds stronger companies through employee engagement.

We believe an actively engaged workforce — with people acting and being treated like owners — produces a better company for all. So, in February 2019, we introduced the Hyperion Ownership Participation Program, which empowers our employees by allowing them to share in the value we create together.

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