Machining SME

Ottenweller Company Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Ottenweller Company Inc. in Fort Wayne, IN seeks a skilled CNC Machinist to set up and operate conventional, special purpose, and CNC machines to fabricate metal parts per blueprints and specifications.

The Machining SME reports to the Engineering Manager. Responsibilities include reading drawings, selecting tools and fixtures, setting speed and feeds, running trials, inspecting parts with calipers and micrometers, and performing routine maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years of experience at OCI using CNC Machining and Tooling Technology and overhead cranes required.
• Proven A machine operator with nothing more than an active verbal warning on record.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC machines to fabricate metal parts according to blueprints or specifications.
• Study blueprints, manuals, and specs to determine dimensions, tolerances, and setup requirements.
• Measure, mark, and verify dimensions on workpieces using calipers and micrometers.
• Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, and materials on machines.
• Run trials to verify machine settings and inspect finished workpieces for quality.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading and interpreting documents

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Job description

Summary: Sets up and operates conventional, special purpose, and CNC machines and machining centers to fabricate metal parts by performing the duties articulated below. The Machining SME reports to the Engineering Manager.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Studies blueprints, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpiece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Selects program if available or programs functions to create a part per blueprint by selecting fields to enter part and tool set-ups considering tools needed, tolerances, material type, quantity and resources available.
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines.
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit computerized machine control media.
• Runs trial to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed data control.
• Runs machining center, including but not limited to, prepping parts, loading parts, starting and observing machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, adjusting machining controls, and unloading parts.
• Grinds, files and sands machined parts. Cleans machined parts.
• Performs first-piece and in-process inspection by checking dimensions of part per blueprint using calipers, micrometers, indicators, and tape measure. Inspects parts according to C=0 chart. Completes inspection form.
• Monitors machine visually and audibly to ensure equipment is operating properly. With assistance, activates controls to cut workpiece.
• Assists in setting up machines by retrieving and/or loading material onto machine worktable using forktruck and/or overhead crane.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance and general repairs on machines as required. Completes maintenance log.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Duties: None.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education & Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Two years of experience at OCI using CNC Machining and Tooling Technology and overhead cranes required. Must have been a proven A machine operator with nothing more than an active verbal warning on record. Strong mechanical aptitude.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively with vendors and employees of organization.

Math Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, and volume. Ability to calculate figures and amounts in standard and metric. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Skills

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and use hands to handle or feel. The employee frequently is required to walk, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to dust or oil. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

This is a non-management position

This is a full time position