Set Up Technician - Metals

Thunderbird Molding; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching program

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

9 Paid Holidays

Job summary

Thunderbird Molding is looking for a skilled CNC Machine Operator in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. The role involves operating and troubleshooting CNC machines, adhering to strict quality standards, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role and the ability to manage physical work effectively. Benefits include medical insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off among others.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience operating CNC machines is required.
• Ability to handle physical, repetitive work for 8-hour shifts.
• Must follow all safety policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment for all product types.
• Read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.
• Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring tools.
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments.
• Inspect finished parts for defects and quality checks.

Skills

Experience operating CNC machines

Troubleshooting equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to follow detailed instructions

Effective communication

Education

5 years of previous experience or equivalent knowledge

Job description

Position Overview

Responsible for operating and setup of all of equipment in department. Responsible for set up, program changes and minor equipment maintenance. Incumbents are considered top of their field by being able to successfully troubleshoot all equipment and use their expertise to solve problems and eliminate scrap, rework, and downtime. Trains all lower-level operators. May serve as a resource to others in the resolution of complex problems and issues.

Key Position Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment for all product types successfully. Inspects tooling and set up and makes programming changes as needed. Load raw materials and fixtures, ensuring proper alignment and set up
• Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings and work instructions
• Perform in-process inspections using precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, bore gauges and indicators
• Monitor machine performance and make minor offsets or adjustments as needed
• Change tooling and inserts according to job specifications
• Maintain quality standards to meet tight tolerance requirements
• Should be actively involved in Continuous Improvement within the area to promote safety, quality, throughput and the addition of any new equipment
• Troubleshoot equipment to determine problems that may arise
• Inspect finished parts for gauge thickness, defects and proper fit up
• Document production counts, scrap and quality checks
• Other duties as assigned

Critical Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• 5 years of experience operating CNC machines
• Intermediate ability to troubleshoot equipment
• Mechanical aptitude required
• Must be able to handle physical, repetitive work and be able to stand on your feet for 8 hours a day
• Must be able to read, follow detailed instructions and understand English
• Must be able to distinguish between part numbers and sizes
• Must understand and follow the quality policy and procedures - detect defects
• Must follow all safety policies and procedures
• Ability to read and work with blueprints
• Ability to train, coordinate and communicate effectively with all departments

Education and Training

• 5 years of previous experience or equivalent knowledge
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching program.
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays