Machine Operator I

Curbell; Brookneal (VA); On-site; USD 22,950 - 34,412; Full time

Job summary

Curbell APF in Brookneal, VA is seeking a Machine Operator to set up and run CNC centers, mills, lathes, and related equipment. The role may include warehouse duties and requires meticulous adherence to schedules and quality standards.

Candidate should have at least 1 year CNC setup/operation experience, a high school diploma (technical training preferred), and be capable of using SAP for shipping and receiving tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year CNC setup and operation in a machine shop.
• Ability to read blueprints and part drawings.
• Willingness to perform warehouse duties and operate forklift.
• Commitment to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates CNC saws, lathes, mills and grinders.
• Reads blueprints and verifies specifications with inspection tools.
• Maintains equipment and performs basic repairs.
• Fulfills shipping/receiving duties and uses SAP for material movements.
• Supports continuous improvement and safe, efficient production.

Skills

CNC operations

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Warehouse/ forklift

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training or coursework

Tools

SAP

Job description

Locations

Curbell APF, 536 Cook Ave, Brookneal, VA 24528, USA

Description

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for setting up and operating CNC machining centers, mills, lathes, and router equipment. The Machine Operator produces quality product according to precise specifications within time constraints. At some locations, this position will also include general warehouse duties such as shipping and receiving. In this position, the employee will work with moderate supervision.

Essential Functions:

• Sets up and operates production machinery such as CNC saws, lathes, milling machines, drills, shapers, boring mills and grinders to fabricate and repair parts and products. Works with some guidance from supervision.
• Reading and Interpreting Documentation and Product Quality - Reads and interprets blueprints, sketches, and parts lists. Studies and interprets assembly instructions and verifies specifications. Conducts dimensional and visual part inspections to prints and specifications using standard quality assurance inspection equipment.
• Responsible for maintenance of equipment - Completes preventative maintenance, troubleshoots malfunctions, and performs minor repairs as needed. Communicates errors in product, equipment, and other issues that may arise in fulfilling orders.
• Performs general warehouse duties - Fills orders in a timely manner by operating warehouse equipment and machinery including operating a forklift, computing and optimizing yields, and cutting material to size. Loads and unloads delivery trucks as needed, using SAP to receive and ship materials. Processes operational activities in SAP through work orders and prepares proper documentation including transfer orders, bills of lading, delivery notes, work orders, call tags for non-conforming material and others as required.
• Problem solving and Communication - Resolves assembly and production issues and communicates errors in the product line, equipment and or issues in fulfilling orders.
• Safety and Continuous Improvement - Participates actively in Continuous Improvement activities and submits ideas to help drive improvement. Ensures the workplace and environment are clean and safe. Follows Company Safety policies and procedures and looks for ways to improve safety.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Detail Orientation
• Multi Tasking
• Sense of Urgency & Work Ethic
• Creativity & Innovation
• Communication Skills
• Process Improvement & Best Practices

Qualifications

• Hourly Range: $16.66 USD to $24.98 USD
• Operations - Machine Operator
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: MACHI001927

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (Preferred)
• Technical or other training or better (Preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 1 year CNC Setup and Operation in a machine shop environment (Preferred)

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