CNC Set-Up II - Swing Shift

Lehigh Heavy Forge Corporation; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Job summary

CoorsTek in Worcester, MA seeks a CNC Set-Up II for Swing Shift to load and adjust CNC programs, set tooling, and produce conforming parts per drawings and quality specs.

Responsibilities include reading blueprints, performing in-process inspection, and assisting in training junior staff. Requires 2 years CNC experience; 3 years preferred; high school diploma or technical certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Two years relevant CNC manufacturing experience
• Three years relevant CNC experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred (not required)
• Vocational or technical certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform multi-axis CNC set-up by loading preset programs and adjusting tooling and parameters.
• Operate CNC equipment to produce conforming parts per work instructions.
• Read and interpret drawings/blueprints and GD&T requirements to determine setup and inspection needs.
• Perform in-process inspection and record results, adjusting programs as needed.

Skills

CNC Programming

GD&T

SPC

Reading blueprints

Mathematics

Machining

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational/technical certification

Tools

G-code programming

CAD/CAM

CNC machine operation

Tooling setup

Job description

It's exciting to work for a company that makes the world measurably better.

We're committed to bringing safety, quality, and customer focus to the business of advanced ceramics manufacturing.

Job Title

CNC Set-Up II - Swing Shift

Responsible for performing multi-axis CNC set-up and operation by loading preset programs, making approved program and parameter adjustments, and creating simple CNC programs when needed to produce acceptable product according to work instructions, drawings, quality requirements and established processes. Supports set-up quality, production efficiency and consistency within assigned machining operations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Perform multi-axis CNC machine set-up function by loading preset programs, making approved adjustments to existing programs, offsets, tooling and machinig parameters, or by creating simple programs when needed within established process requirements.
• Operate CNC manufacturing equipment to produce acceptable product per work instructions.
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, GD&T requirements, and work instructions to determine machine set-up, tooling needs, inspection requirements and production steps.
• Perform in-process inspection using established methods; record results, make approved program adjustments, and notify appropriate person of deviation when needed.
• Perform machine adjustments such as off-sets or setting tapers and basic preventative maintenance such as changing coolants, filters, etc.
• Troubleshoot routing set-up, tooling, dimensional and machining issues within assigned production processes; elevate complex or recurring issues as appropriate.
• Identify basic opportunities to improve set-up efficiency, machining consistency, or work instruction clarity and communicate recommendations to senior CNC personnel or leadership.
• Clean work area, machines, tools and equipment.
• Assist in training incoming or less experienced CNC Set-up personnel on basic set-up processes and procedures.

Job Requirements:

Schedule

• Swing Shift: Monday - Friday: 2:00pm - 10:30 PM
• $2.50 Shift Differential

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
• Vocational or technical certification preferred

Experience

• Two (2) years relevant CNC manufacturing experience
• Three (3) years relevant CNC experience preferred

Functional/Technical Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to understand and act on verbal and written instructions
• Ability to interpret, edit and modify existing CNC programs and create simple programs within established process requirements
• Intermediate math (algebra, geometry, trigonometry) and computer skills
• Working knowledge of CNC program structure, G & M codes, and CAD/CAM outputs to support set-up, operation and simple program adjustments
• Proficient in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Ability to read and interpret drawings/blueprints
• Must exhibit attention to detail as well as excellent listening skills
• Must be able to work with a diverse variety of people from different cultures and backgrounds

Target Hiring Range

Hourly: USD 28.68 - USD 34.97

Actual compensation is commensurate with experience, skills and education. CoorsTek strives to give all qualified applicants equal opportunity and to make selection decisions on job related factors. Do not provide any information on the application which will indicate your race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law or regulation.

If you like working for a company that makes a real difference in the world, you'll enjoy your career with us!