Machine Operator I

Curbell, Inc.; Urbandale (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Curbell, Inc. is seeking a CNC Machine Operator in Iowa to set up and run CNC centers, mills, lathes, and router equipment, producing quality parts to tight tolerances. The role may include warehouse duties such as shipping and receiving, with supervision levels varying by location.

The ideal candidate will read blueprints, interpret drawings, perform inspections, and conduct basic maintenance. Experience with SAP and forklift operation is a plus, and a high school diploma with technical

Qualifications

• Reads blueprints, sketches and parts lists and interprets assembly instructions.
• Performs dimensional and visual inspections to prints and specifications.
• Maintains safety and housekeeping while following SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates CNC machinery including lathes and mills.
• Reads and interprets documentation and ensures parts meet specs.
• Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.
• Operates warehouse duties as needed and uses SAP for shipping/receiving.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Detail orientation

Multitasking

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Technical/other training

Tools

SAP

Forklift operation

Job description

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

Education

High School or better.

Technical/other training or better.

Preferred

Experience

1 year: CNC Setup and Operation in a machine shop environment

Preferred

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