Machining Operative

Quincy Compressor LLC; Emden (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Quincy Compressor LLC in Illinois seeks a shop-floor machinist to set up, operate, and run production on machining centers, reading blueprints and process sheets for tight tolerances.

You will use precision measuring tools, identify tooling needs, optimize methods, and participate in continuous improvement while safely lifting up to 50 lbs and maintaining quality craftsmanship.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical background and ability to use hand and power tools.
• Able to read and interpret operator manuals and drawings.
• familiarity with CMM reports to adjust machining as needed.

Responsibilities

• Learn to set up, operate and run production on assigned machining centers on parts with close tolerances.
• Read blueprints and process sheets for fixtures, feeds, speeds, and cutting tools.
• Position and secure work pieces using clamps, fixtures or holding devices.
• Ensure quality craftsmanship and safe, clean work area.
• Make suggestions to improve methods and reduce costs; contribute to problem solving.

Skills

Mechanical background

Read blueprints

CNC programming

Quality focus

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CMM software

Job description

Machine metal work pieces according to Engineering specifications, using blueprints, standard charts and other written instructions. Will use precision measuring instruments to check conformance to same. Will assist in improving methods, procedures and quality in the Machine Shop area, and will perform all production tasks in the Machine Shop area as deemed necessary.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Learn to set up, operate and run production on assigned machining centers on a variety of parts where close tolerances are involved.
• Demonstrate and apply knowledge of machining methods, read blueprints and process sheets for product specifications such as: fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut and cutting tools to be used.
• Learn to position and secure work piece to holding device, machine table, chuck, centers or fixtures using clamps and wrenches.
• Ensure that quality craftsmanship is maintained at all times.
• Work safely, keep area clean and few of hazards.
• Make suggestions to improve methods and work to improve skills and knowledge.
• Make weekly production goals by planning work and completing required paperwork.
• Make suggestions to improve product, reduce costs, and assist in finding solution to production problems.
• Perform appropriate machine maintenance procedures.
• Operate power lift truck as necessary.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and support environmental, health and safety program.
• Perform other duties as called upon by the Machine Shop Supervisor.

Experience and Education

• High School Diploma or GED
• Should have a basic mechanical background and ability to use various types of hand and power tools.
• Must be able to work with fractions and decimals, read and understand operator manuals and other training materials.
• Must be able to write legibly and fill out required personal protective equipment
• Must be able to operate power lift truck safely.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 lbs., twist, turn, climb, stoop, kneel, push and pull loads.
• Set up, operate, run production, troubleshoot and optimize cell productivity.
• Understand CMM, how to interpret CMM reports and make machining adjustments to correct problems.
• Identify correct tooling
• Understand and edit CNC programs
• Knowledge of cutting tools and determine when they need indexing.
• Understand tool wear and fix premature tool wear
• Understand feeds and speeds
• Understand fixture offsets and tool offsets