electrical discharge machine Operator

BCforward; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 17,908 - 19,286; Full time

Job summary

BCforward is seeking a Machine Operator I located in Allentown, PA. In this role, you will operate electrical discharge machines, ensuring the precision of metal work pieces while maintaining high quality standards.

Responsibilities include setting up machines, inspecting work pieces, and reporting any issues to supervisors. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and a basic understanding of machine operations. Join our team to contribute to our production goals!

Qualifications

• Ability to operate electrical discharge machines under supervision.
• Familiarity with basic machine settings and adjustments.
• Meticulous attention to detail during inspections.

Responsibilities

• Operate electrical discharge machines to shape metal work pieces.
• Perform fabrication of simple electrodes under supervision.
• Adjust machine settings based on specifications.
• Inspect work pieces for conformance to specifications.
• Maintain tools and measuring instruments.

Skills

Ability to operate electrical discharge machines

Attention to detail in inspections

Basic understanding of machine settings

Tools

Calipers

Dial indicators

Job description

Job Description

Machine Operator I

Allentown, PA 18109

Duration: 11/14/2016 to 08/13/2017

$13.75/hr on w2

Responsibilities

• Operate previously set-up electrical discharge machines, radial or straight, to shape metal work pieces under direct supervision.
• Perform fabrication of simple electrodes or dress electrodes under supervision.
• Position and secure work pieces on electrical discharge machine table with clamps, vice or fixture. Perform minor adjustments to set-up of electrode to insure concentricity, alignment and depth of electrode to work piece using such measuring instruments as caliper and dial indicators.
• Turn controls to adjust machine settings such as voltage, current, frequency and electrode feed rate according to information on chart and/or knowledge of electrical discharge machining procedures.
• Turn valve to immerse electrode and work piece in dielectric coolant circulating bath.
• Start machine and observe beginning of operation. Move controls to position electrode over work piece.
• Inspect first piece using measuring instruments for conformance to specifications. Maintain measured dimension list. Inspect key dimensions on each piece and record dimensions.
• Check set-up and electrode at the start of each shift.
• Maintain tools and measuring instruments supplied by company.
• Maintain company production and quality standards.
• Report unusual problems or conditions to supervisor.
• Observe company safety rules and regulations.
• Perform, as assigned, other similar or related duties.