LATHE SETUP/OPERATOR

Job Description

Job Title:  CNC Lathe Set Up Operator

Location:  Hopedale

Functional Area:  Production

Status:  Non-Exempt

Last Update:  03-24-2025

Reports to:  Manufacturing Coordinator / Shop Foreman

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Job Summary:

Able to set up and operate Mori Seiki and Okuma Howa CNC Lathes and or Star CNC Swiss Machines.  Live tooling experience a plus.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Ø  Knowledge of basic CNC machining and basic machining methods.

Ø  Working knowledge in the implementation of the company’s QMS. Working to procedures, flow charts, work instructions and commitment  to continuous  improvement.

Ø  Be able to Upload/Download machine programs from file server.

Ø  Gather all necessary tooling, and fixtures required for particular job from Traveler/Set Up Sheet.

Ø  Set Up machine with proper chucks and or fixtures according to the Traveler/Set Up sheet.  Load tooling in machine and set proper geometry offsets.

Ø  Run first piece to ensure that the program matches operation in Traveler/Set Up sheet.

Ø  Do basic inspection using own equipment or shop equipment before first article is presented to Quality Control.

Ø  Have open communication with Quality Control.

Ø  Make adjustments and fine tune operation after first article to ensure optimum machining efficiency.

Ø  Brief operator on specific characteristics or in process inspections that may be required.

Ø  Once procedure is running, document all necessary information.

Ø  To practice proper safety procedures and good work practices.

Ø  Keep immediate area and aisles clear of obstacles and to practice good housekeeping.

Ø  When production job is complete set up operator is to clean and remove all tools and equipment.  Remove all materials used from previous job including: gages, prints, setup sheets, products, and jaws.

Ø  Starting new jobs set up operator is to check all raw materials, verify that all set up documentation is correct, conduct inspection of area.

Ø  To uphold the Quality Policy of Algonquin/Hi-Tech and work towards corporate goals

Ø  Ensure production cycles/efficiencies are met or exceeded

Ø  Ensure the company’s QMS abides to customer, internal, ISO 9001, regulatory/legal requirements

Ø  Abide by the OSHA regulations and standards.

Related Experience and Education:

Minimum of 3 years related job experience

Other Preferred Qualifications/Skills:

Ø  Programming a plus but not necessary

Ø  Knowledge of live tooling lathes a plus

Ø  Excellent communication skills (written and oral), exceptional math and organizational skills.    

Ø  Ensure all components meet specifications using appropriate tools for verification

Ø  Possess strong communication and interpersonal skill with attention to detail

Ø  Good work ethic and flexibility to work any shift a must

Ø  Must be able to work in a fast paced environment and meet deadline

Ø  Strong analytical background including manufacturing principles.

Note:

This job description is not intended to be a complete statement listing all the duties of the position, but rather to act as a guide towards the major areas of emphasis of the job.  As the nature of our business change over time, the position description will be updated accordingly.

Algonquin Industries and Hi-Tech Metals has been a leading Precision Machining and Precision Sheet Metal Fabricator for over 32 years. Algonquin Industries Inc. leads in precision machining and Hi-Tech Metals Inc. leads as a precision sheet metal fabricator.