CNC Setup 1st Shift

ERA Industries, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

ERA Industries, Inc. is seeking a skilled CNC Machine Operator in Phoenix, Arizona. The role involves operating CNC machines safely, ensuring quality production, and meeting set expectations established by management.

Key responsibilities include utilizing CNC programs, conducting first piece inspections, and mentoring operators across all shifts. Candidates should have strong skills in interpreting customer drawings, using measuring tools, and ensuring compliance with quality standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of customer drawings, GD&T, and inspection plans.
• Ability to use measuring tools including micrometers and calipers.
• Experience in training operators and performing first piece inspections.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC machine safely and meet production expectations.
• Set up tools and machines using CNC programs.
• Work with quality control for first piece approvals.
• Mentor operators to document and inspect parts.
• Communicate production issues to supervisor.

Skills

Interpreting customer drawings, GD&T

Using measuring tools (micrometers, calipers)

Mounting and loading tooling

First piece inspection

Basic troubleshooting of speeds & feeds

Training operators

Tools

CNC machine

Caliper

Micrometer

Test Indicator

Job description

Description

Qualifications

• Knowledge and ability to properly interpret customer drawings, GD&T, work instructions, and in-process inspection plans.
• Ability to use measuring tools including, nut not limited to, micrometers, calipers, thread gages, bore gages, dial and test indicators and height gages.
• Ability to mount and load tooling, fixtures, vises, jaws and touch off all tooling, set offsets and set work zeros.
• Ability to produce a first piece inspection part.
• Basic trouble shooting of speeds & feeds, tool application and wear.
• Ability to train operators to run and inspect parts approved for production.

Duties & expectations

• Operate a CNC machine in a manner that is safe, producing quality product and meeting production expectations set forth by management.
• Utilize CNC programs, set up tools, fixtures, work zeros and set up machines with first piece approval.
• Work with QC to get the first piece approved and in-process inspection plans in place. Request all inspection or set up gages required to check parts at the machine.
• Work with programmers for any technical issues or trouble shooting when needed.
• Ensure that machine access door interlock is operable, as access door should remain locked during machine operation.
• Mentor operators (all shifts) to properly run production and document inspection, as required.
• Document work on inspection plans and the ERP system as applicable to maintain traceability and records.
• Identify continuous improvement of processes and understand the contribution to the effectiveness of the QMS.
• Communicate any concerns or issues related to production of parts, safety, and quality to supervisor.
• Ensure that the FOD program is being adhered to during production activities.
• Have basic measuring tools: Caliper, Micrometer, Test Indicator, ect.
• Only use calibrated measuring equipment whether personal or company supplied. If not in proper calibration notify quality department to have calibrated immediately.
• Handle inspection equipment, machines and parts in a manner that will not cause damage or compromise integrity.
• In the event of lack of work or another department needing assistance, you are expected to do any of the following, not limited to: Cleaning, Operator, Manual Machining, Tool Management, Inspection of ongoing production parts.
• Maintain a positive attitude and punctuality.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Be a team player in a team-work environment.
• Aware of quality policies, procedures, objectives, contribution to conformance of product, safety and ethics.