Technical Machine Operator I

Mueller; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is seeking a Technical Machine Operator I to operate CNC lathes and mills, read blueprints, and ensure quality and safety standards are met on the shop floor.

You will set up equipment, measure with micrometers and calipers, perform routine maintenance, and document production logs to support manufacturing processes. Prior CNC/industrial experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints, GD&T, and machining specifications.
• Interpret orders and assembly instructions for precision parts.
• Operate CNC lathes and mills with appropriate fixtures and tools.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain clean, organized work area.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers, indicating vices.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces.
• Maintains specifications by observing milling, drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread cutting operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

Skills

Math skills

Measuring tools

Organized

Micrometer reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNC Machining Certification

G-Code/Conversational Programming

CAD/CAM Nesting Software

Tools

DMG Mori CNC machines

Amada Saws

Measuring gauges (calipers, micrometers)

Job description

Who We Are:

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life's most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions-solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future-we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

Technical Machine Operator I

Mueller Company, a subsidiary of Mueller Water Products and publicly traded company (NYSE: MWA) is the nation's leading manufacturer of flow control devices for the water and gas distribution industries and North America's largest and only full-line supplier of potable water distribution products.

SUMMARY

This position is primarily responsible for operating a computer numerical control (CNC) lathe and mill machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; and maintaining equipment and supplies.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS DUTIES/RESPONSIBLITIES

• Read blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters, interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers, indicating vices.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces.
• Maintains specifications by observing milling, drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread cutting operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions.
• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.
• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• General math skills with the ability to understand measuring/measurement concepts and their applications.
• Familiarity with basic tools of measuring and when to use for inspection of parts.
• Must be organized, detail oriented.
• Ability to read and use micrometer and calipers.
• Standing for long periods of time and lifting to 50lbs.
• Experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing type environment.
• Work Safely in the Manufacturing Production Environment.
• Follow detailed verbal / written assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.
• Read and understand work orders and assembly instructions.
• Prepare and assemble materials and parts in a manufacturing production environment.
• Move, process, and organize materials and manufactured products.
• Perform quality control checks and verification of work order specifications.
• Properly fill out basic forms, reports, and label products correctly.
• Communicates and works effectively with others.
• May provide hands on and verbal job function training to coworkers as needed.
• Report problems with quality, processes, equipment and materials to Supervisor.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Welding experience is a plus, but not required.
• Forklift experience is a plus, but not required.
• Assembly or Machine Operation experience in a manufacturing/warehouse setting preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• CNC Machining Certification preferred.
• Experience in G-Code and/or Conversational Programming preferred.
• Experience in CAD/CAM Nesting Software preferred.
• 3 or more years operating and S/U experience on CNC equipment.
• Experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing type environment.
• Experience with DMG Mori CNC machines and Amada Saws is a plus.
• Robotic Automation Systems is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to stand in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to walk around in an industrial plant safety sensi