CNC Setup Operator

Fiber Pad, Inc; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Fiber Pad, Inc in Tulsa seeks a CNC Router Operator to set up and run 3- and 5-axis CNC routers, ensuring parts meet customer specs and quality standards.

You will read blueprints, follow SOPs, and collaborate with programming and engineering to resolve issues, while maintaining a safe, clean shop and supporting overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and verify measurements against specifications.
• Strong math skills and attention to detail to ensure part accuracy.
• Commitment to quality and scrap reduction, with focus on safety.
• Effective communication and teamwork in a manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate 3-axis and 5-axis CNC routers per project specs.
• Read blueprints and verify dimensions during production.
• Follow SOPs and quality standards to minimize defects.
• Assist in training other operators and support continuous improvement.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and safe environment.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality control

Mathematical accuracy

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Communication

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CNC Router

Job description

Description

CNC Operator

Reports To: Router Lead

Classification: Non-Exempt

Safety Sensitive: Yes

POSITION SUMMARY

The CNC Router Operator helps bring the customer’s vision to life as they launch the production process of customer orders. They are responsible for the correct setup, operation and maintenance of our CNC routers. They will run parts to customer specifications, verifying the quality of parts produced while working to reduce and eliminate scrap materials. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, precise measurements and passion for producing quality products that further the Fiber Pad mission of producing the highest quality products for their customers. This role works under established guidelines and procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Set up and run 3 axis and 5 axis CNC routers with trim tooling fixtures and appropriate cutting tools based on the specifications of the project, notifying programmers of issues or discrepancies.
• Read and interpret blueprints to recognize issues and verify accuracy and specifications.
• Follow SOP’s for products and machinery.
• Trains on quality standards to deliver quality products with focus on reducing errors and scrap.
• Assists with training new operators, providing accurate demonstration of how to perform tasks.
• Collaborate with programming and engineering to resolve any issues, providing input into resolution of issues.
• Adhere to safety protocols while working around materials and equipment.
• Assist in all phases of housekeeping to keep the facility clean and organized to help maintain a neat and tidy work area.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned by leadership.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to provide instruction and leadership to other team members in a professional manner.
• Advanced communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, understand measurements and compare product details to customer specifications.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple projects and tasks at once with interruptions.
• Strong editing, proofreading and math skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Mechanical aptitude to understand and properly utilize tools with accuracy.
• Technical aptitude to understand machinery within a manufacturing production environment.
• Ability to interact with customers and Leadership in a professional manner.
• High level of dependability regarding attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to collaborate and work well within a team environment, and willingness to motivate and support others, supporting the Core Values of Fiber Pad.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Ability to use hands, including fingers to hold, touch, see, feel, grip, squeeze, push and pull as required for testing but also performing computer work.
• Ability to perform pushing, pulling and forward exertion on a regular basis.
• Ability to have overhead extension with arms on a semi-regular basis.
• Ability to stand, stoop, bend, crouch and squat frequently.
• Ability to see near and far, utilize peripheral vision and depth perception for tasks being performed, as well as visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and drawings, small parts, viewing a computer screen for extended periods of time, and extensive reading.
• Ability to bend and twist neck to monitor machine production accuracy.
• Ability to hear at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication and to make the discriminations in sound.
• Ability to stand and walk on concrete floor for 10-hour shifts.
• Ability to regularly lift and or move up to 50lbs on a regular basis as needed for tooling products.
• Ability to understand and communicate verbally, in person and over paging system.
• Ability to meet requirements of and utilize all PPE when required.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

The environment described here is meant to be representative of those an employee would normally encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. The physical environment requires the employee to work inside in a non-climate-controlled environment with exposure to heat or cold and production noise. Required to use PPE while performing job functions.

SPECIAL JOB DIMENSIONS

Work involves overtime and could involve schedule changes based on company need. Requires adherence to deadlines and project completion deadlines.