Mill Setup Machine Operator

Dynabrade, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dynabrade, Inc. is looking for a Setup Machine Operator in Buffalo, NY. The role focuses on ensuring machinery is properly set up and operates in line with safety policies and quality standards. Essential duties include setting up tools, examining blueprints, and maintaining a safe work area.

Candidates should have mill machine setup experience, knowledge of FANUC controls, and strong communication skills. A High School Diploma or GED is required for this position.

Qualifications

• Experience in mill machine setup is required.
• Ability to set up Swiss machinery with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to follow directions and perform tasks accurately.

Responsibilities

• Sets up tools according to specifications.
• Examines blueprints to ensure proper setup.
• Verifies measuring equipment is in working order.

Skills

Mill machine setup experience

Ability to operate and maintain lathe machines

Knowledge of FANUC controls

Knowledge of safety procedures

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Indicators

Job description

The Setup Machine Operator is responsible for ensuring machinery is set up, is working properly, and conforms with company and safety policies and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up tools according to instruction, specifications and or blueprints.
• Examines blueprints, work orders, and other specifications to ensure proper setup sequence.
• Sets and adjusts necessary controls to regulate Swiss machinery.
• Verifies measuring equipment are in proper working order.
• Set up tools and machinery for individual projects.
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies.
• Maintain a professional, clean and safe work area.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Mill machine setup experience, required.
• Ability to operate and maintain lathe machines, a plus.
• Knowledge of FANUC controls.
• Knowledge of 4th axis operation, a plus.
• Able to use measuring equipment such as Calipers, Micrometers, Indicators, etc.
• Able to read and interpret charts, drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge of safety procedures relating to setting up Swiss machinery and handling materials.
• Ability to interpret, edit, and program efficiently, when required.
• Must be able to set up Swiss machinery with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to follow directions and perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy.
• Strong communication skills to work as part of a team.
• High School Diploma, or GED.