Swiss CNC Setup & Turning Operator – 2nd Shift

Metals USA; Torrington, Northern (CT, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Upward mobility

Job summary

Metals USA – Gregor Technologies Division in Torrington, CT seeks a CNC Swiss Turning Machine Operator (2nd Shift) to set up, program, and operate Swiss turning machines. You will study orders, blueprints, GD&T, and materials to produce precision parts and ensure conformance to specifications.

Responsibilities include loading materials, testing runs, measuring parts, and maintaining tool life and machine settings.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Two year technical degree and/or apprenticeship.
• NIMS certificate preferred.
• Must have experience as a CNC Swiss Turning Machine Operator.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings & blue prints.
• Ability to read a measuring instruments such as measuring tapes, micrometers, calipers, dial indicators and gauges.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and good math skills.
• Computer Literacy with understanding of computer programming and CAD/CAM.
• Must be organized with an attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Plans machining by studying & understanding work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, drawing, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Prepares and operates CNC machine with the proper program, tools and material for specified part.
• Translates instructions into computer commands so the machine can perform the correct function.
• Programs lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculates requirements to include basic math, geometry and trigonometry.
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three & four jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops and stock pushers.
• Prepares and loads raw materials and parts onto the machines.
• Operates production equipment to produce products in accordance with production needs.
• Prepares a test run to check if the machine produces parts according to specifications; verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run parts and sample workpieces.
• Sets machines to complete full cycles to fabricate large number of parts. Produces assigned products in accordance with verbal and written instructions.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chase operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and re-programming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and policies.
• Monitors the machines as they execute the tasks and makes any necessary adjustment to produce a quality product.
• Inspects and measures finished products and compares to the requirements to determine if the process was completed properly.
• Notifies team leader immediately of any problems when running a part.
• Completes production paperwork, follows shop system data collection procedures and follows inspection procedures on a daily basis.
• Performs daily maintenance and inspection of equipment to ensure functionality.
• Maintains work areas in a clean, orderly and safe manner to include returning tools to designated areas.
• Notifies management of product discrepancies or equipment malfunctions, and or personal injuries.
• Regular and predictable attendance is required to perform the duties of a CNC Turning Machine Operator.
• Adheres to all company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations.
• Adheres to Reliance Steel and Aluminum's Code of Conduct as well as customer confidentiality requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CNC Swiss Turning

Reading blueprints

GD&T

Math skills

Machine calibration

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical degree / Apprenticeship

NIMS certificate preferred

Tools

CAD/CAM

Measuring instruments

Job description

Metals USA – Gregor Technologies Division in Torrington, CT seeks a CNC Swiss Turning Machine Operator (2nd Shift) to set up, program, and operate Swiss turning machines. You will study orders, blueprints, GD&T, and materials to produce precision parts and ensure conformance to specifications.

Responsibilities include loading materials, testing runs, measuring parts, and maintaining tool life and machine settings.