Under general supervision, produces machined parts by programming, setting up, and operating computer numerical control (CNC) machines and machining centers; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records; maintaining equipment and supplies to manufacture metallic and nonmetallic parts by performing the following duties.

 

·         Basic interpretation of blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished work piece, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.

·         Measures, marks, and scribes’ dimensions and reference points on materials or work piece as guides for subsequent machining as necessary.

·         Selects, aligns, and secures holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machines as necessary to machine parts as required.

·         Starts and observes machine operation to detect malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining and adjusts machine controls as required.

·         Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

·         Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

·         Accomplishes organizational goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

      

·         Verifies conformance of finished work piece to drawing specifications.

·         Sets up and operates machine on trial run to verify accuracy of machine settings or programmed control data.

·         Meets production goals in terms of cycle time, quantity, and quality.

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

 EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Entry Level:  Vocational, High School diploma, or general education degree (GED); 3-years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Considered a developing professional within the field.

·         Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

·         Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Articulate with use of good grammar skills.

 

·         Conceptual skills, process improvement, verbal communication, functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation, supply management, tooling, inventory control, attention to detail, judgment.

·         Writing skills required to complete documents and forms

·         Reliable and flexible to work additional hours on short notice to complete orders and/or special projects to meet customer demands.

·         Able to use calipers, torque wrenches, jigs, fixtures, and other tools.

·         Ability to read and understand blueprints, drawings and schematics

·         Ability to measure accurately using a ruler or tape measure

·         Understanding and experience in Lean manufacturing environment preferred. Participate in 5S related performance teams.

Ability to work independently

·         Problem-Solving ability

·         Ability to collect and analyze data at a level 2 and 3

·         Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude with high attention to detail and accuracy

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, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Carlisle IT Franklin is a clean facility housing different kinds of machinery, equipment, processes and chemicals which produce potential hazards in the work environment such as: ergonomic, chemical, machine point of operation, and powered industrial vehicle traffic.  These hazards are controlled through means of engineering controls, such as machine guarding, and administrative controls, such as safety policies and programs.  In certain areas of the facility, employees are required to wear Personal Protective equipment such as Hearing Protection, Safety Glasses, Safety Toe Shoes, and hand protection.