** CNC Setup Operator II

Dwyer Instruments, PTY; New Jersey; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Dwyer Instruments, a manufacturing company in New Jersey, seeks a CNC Setup Operator II to prepare and run CNC machines, interpret drawings, and ensure parts meet specifications.

The role requires 3+ years CNC experience and formal CNC training; candidate will set up fixtures, edit programs, perform first piece inspections, and coordinate with engineering.

Qualifications

• 3+ years CNC experience.
• Formal CNC Training preferred.
• Ability to interpret drawings and blueprints with limited supervision.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Review drawings and blueprints to determine operation sequence and setup requirements.
• Select and align fixtures, tools, and materials on machines; verify functionality.
• Set controls for speed, feed, coolant, depth, and angles.
• Input or retrieve program codes from machines and networks.
• Perform first piece inspections and in-process quality checks using micrometers and calipers.
• Make minor edits to existing programs under supervision.
• Change tooling and offsets to meet tolerances.
• Perform routine maintenance on machines.
• Complete routing sheets and time sheets.
• Coordinate with supervision and engineers to resolve machining issues.
• Maintain production levels per standards.
• Uphold safety and housekeeping policies.

Skills

G & M Codes

Blueprint Reading

Quality Measurement

Manual Equipment Operation

Education

Formal CNC Training

Job description

Description

CNC Setup Operator II

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Reviews drawings, blueprints, sketches, manuals or sample parts to determine, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines. Checks for functionality and performance.
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, depth, and angles, etc.
• Able to input or retrieve the correct program code from the machine and network.
• Perform first piece inspections and in-process quality control checks by using tools such as micrometers, calipers, depth gages, go no-go gages, comparators, etc.
• Able to make minor edits to existing programs, all set up and edits are checked by more experienced personnel.
• Change tooling and offsets when necessary to assure product is meeting tolerances and specifications.
• Performs routine maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Completes required paper work such as routing sheet, time sheet and etc.
• Confers with Supervision, area leaders, programmers, engineers, or others to resolve machining or assembly issues.
• aintains acceptable levels of production according to established standards.
• Practices good housekeeping and safety procedures and adheres to all company policies.

Job Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Ability to interpret drawings, blueprints, and written / verbal instructions with limited supervision to setup and operate CNC equipment.
• Familiar with M & G Codes as well as understanding how they are used to make edits in programs
• Ability to verify parts using quality measuring devices.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Stand for long periods of time.
• Able to lean and reach.
• Able to run manual equipment

Education and/or Experience:

• Formal CNC Training preferred
• 3+ years’ CNC experience

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