Production Operator- 2nd Shift Busbar

PPG Industries; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG is hiring a 2nd Shift Production Operator Busbar in Huntsville, AL. You will read part and tool drawings, verify dimensions with precision instruments, and perform accurate machine setups to ensure quality parts reach customers.

You'll work with five-axis machine motion, interpret machine codes, and support CNC programmers and maintenance. The role demands attention to detail, safety, and reliable performance on a fast-paced shop floor.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret part and tool drawings.
• Capable of using micrometers, calipers and gauges for quality checks.
• Understanding of five axis motion and machine code basics.
• Able to perform set-ups with clean tooling and accurate gauge lengths.
• Familiar with CNC programming feedback and tool verification.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and follow setup sheets and dimensional aids.
• Verify dimensional quality using micrometers, calipers and gauges.
• Check machine alignment and perform first article runs.
• Set up Tombstones, fixtures and tooling, ensuring clean surfaces.
• Understand G/M codes and use MDI for manual machining tasks.
• Assist CNC programmers and maintenance as needed.

Skills

Read drawings

Micrometers

Five axis

Machine setup

G/M codes

MDI operations

Dimensional inspection

Tools

Calipers

Dial indicators

Job description

Job Description

Immediately Hiring!

2nd Shift Production Operator Busbar - Huntsville, Alabama

Starting Pay: Depends on Experience. Discussed during interview.

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As a Production Operator you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people’s lives!

Primary Responsibilities

• Be able to read and interpret part and tool drawings with the ability to properly understand these drawings as they apply to parts or tooling machined

• Use micrometers (inside, outside and depth), calipers, dial indicators, scales, and various gauges for verification of dimensional quality work produced.

• Inspect Units and/or Tooling after machining to ensure compliance with all quality requirements.

• Have a good understanding of five axis machine motion, with the ability to interpret the axial tool movement according to machine code.

• Check for proper machine alignment (spindle, fixture, tram holes etc.) and perform proofing/first article runs.

• Make accurate setups making sure Tombstones, fixtures, and/or table are clean and free of burrs etc., checking cutting tools for proper gage length and diameter, making sure tools are not dull, chipped or worn.

• Obtain a good working knowledge of the machine code (G codes, M codes, etc.) and the ability to use MDI to manipulate the machine tool during set-up and other manual machining operations.

• Obtain the Skills and abilities to proof programs – either Part or Tooling without constant observation/supervision from CNC Programmer or Supervisor with the ability, concern and responsibility for protection of the equipment and the ability to give viable feedback concerning programming issues etc.

• Obtain the working knowledge of the machine tool to successfully and efficiently be able to operate the equipment either automatically or manually as needed to either produce quality parts (maintaining required production levels), Tooling or in assistance to CNC Programmers and/or Maintenance.

• Have basic computer skills to include locating needed files (programs and setup sheets) and to transfer between network server and machine tool.

• Read, interpret and follow Setup Sheets, Tooling Work Instruction Sheets, and Dimensional aids as given by CNC Programmer, Process Engineer, or Supervisor.

Qualifications

• Willing to work overtime as needed.

• 95% of time standing with some walking.

• Frequent lifting up to 50LBS.

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD ®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways thandoes any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG onX.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, movefastanddon’tstop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellentoperators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, weidentifyproblems, takeownershipand always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support ourfrontline,the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace newtechnologiesand leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act withintegrityand value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPGprovidesequal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genderidentityor expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary bylocationwhich allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurancecoveragesand benefits will bein accordance withthe terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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