SUMMARY

Work Location: Pineville, LA

Successful candidate must relocate/travel to Pineville, LA.

Sets up and programs a variety of machines which may include: HAAS and Okuma, numerical control (CNC) machines, lathes and mills to machine a variety of parts. This job also requires extensive GIBBS CAM knowledge.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.)

• Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
• Measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points on material or work piece as guides for machining.
• Calculate dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers and Vernier calipers.
• Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines such as mills, lathes, jig borers, and fixtures
• Calculates and sets controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut, or enters commands to retrieve, input, or edit Computerized machine control media.
• Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining, and adjusts machine controls or control media as required.
• Verifies conformance of finished work piece to specifications.
• May complete First Article and New Part Introduction processes
• Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.
• Verifies dimensions and alignment of parts
• Uses G codes to move multiple axes to grind inserts to customer specifications
• May install replacement parts in mechanisms, machines, and equipment, and tests operation of unit to ensure functionality and performance.
• Confers with engineers, machinists, production managers or others to resolve machining or yield problems.
• May train less experienced operators and machinists
• Participate in the continuous review of our machining processes, focusing on opportunities for improvement in productivity, quality, and cost reduction.
• Assist in design development process for new parts
• May be necessary to run a job on CNC tool per company requirements.
• All other duties as assigned;

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no supervisory responsibilities, but may train other staff members.

COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Safety and Security—Observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly; Reports potentially unsafe conditions.
• Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit
• Quality—Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Adaptability—Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and is able to deal with frequent changes, delays or unexpected events.
• Analytical—Synthesizes complex or diverse information.
• Attendance/Punctuality -Consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability—Follows instructions, responds to management direction; solicits feedback to improve performance. Takes responsibility for own actions; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others
• Initiative - Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Oral Communication—Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions
• Planning/Organizing—Prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently.
• Problem-Solving—Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
• Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

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.

• High School Graduate or GED, and more than five years recent experience as a CNC Machinist or Programmer
• Extensive Gibbs Cam knowledge
• Associate degree in Machine Tech. or qualified journeyman program for machining is not required but preferred
• 3+ year experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of GD & T concepts, blue print features and G/M codes
• Must pass a criminal background check and drug test.
• Basic math skills with ability to convert American standard to metric manually or with a calculator.
• Must be able to read micrometer and calipers
• Must be able to work within Global Shop

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 use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close 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 may occasionally be exposed to varying temperatures and risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee may occasionally be exposed to high heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Work involves varying degrees of precision and control where damage could be considerable. Attention and care required to prevent injury to others when performing work.