* CNC Setup Operator II

Omega Engineering Inc; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Omega Engineering Inc in Swedesboro, NJ is seeking a CNC Setup Operator II to review drawings, set up machines, and ensure tooling and programs are ready for production.

You will adjust speeds, feeds, and offsets, perform first article inspections, and collaborate with engineers to resolve machining issues. Formal CNC training or 3+ years CNC experience is preferred; ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Reviews drawings, blueprints, sketches or samples to determine operations and setup requirements.
• Selects and secures fixtures, tools, attachments, and materials on machines; checks functionality.
• Calculates and sets speeds, feeds, coolant flow, depth, and angles.
• Inputs or retrieves correct program code from machine and network.
• Performs first piece inspections and in-process quality checks using micrometers, calipers, etc.
• Makes minor edits to existing programs; changes are checked by senior personnel.
• Changes tooling and offsets to ensure tolerances and specs are met.
• Performs routine maintenance on machines and equipment.
• Completes routing sheets, time sheets, etc., and documents properly.
• Confers with supervision, area leaders, programmers, and engineers to resolve issues.
• Maintains production levels according to standards.
• Practices good housekeeping and safety procedures; adheres to company policies.

Skills

Interpret drawings

M&G Codes

Quality measuring devices

Lift up to 50 lbs

Stand for long periods

Lean and reach

Run manual equipment

Education

Formal CNC Training preferred

3+ years CNC experience

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.

Requirements:

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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