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The job duties listed below describe the general nature of the work; contact your supervisor to clarify specific duties. TransPak reserves the right to change the job or reassign duties as business conditions require. Job descriptions do not constitute a contract of employment and employment is at-will. Reliable on-site attendance is expected. Reasonable accommodations may be determined through an interactive process with Human Resources.
Position Summary
At Transpak, we take pride in striking the perfect balance between hardware and software. We believe in getting any job done efficiently through the innovation of computer numerical control. And we’re seeking highly skilled CNC operators for the same. The CNC operator’s work involves processing materials through acts such as milling, drilling and bending. By translating the company’s vision into tangible metal equipment, the CNC operator must be an analytical individual who has a strong attention to detail. By knowing the machines inside out, the ideal candidate must be in tune with the equipment and ensure optimal workflow out of them.
Objectives
- Create wooden or metal parts or components as per the design blueprint
- Train operators to be familiar with our programs and processes
- Know the ins and outs of the CNC operating system to make work effortless
- Have strong software skills to execute the CNC programmer work preferably “V-Carve”
- Ensure safe operations by complying with safety rules and regulations
- Help implement processes to reduce waste and inefficiencies
- Work on the complete lifecycle of the CNC operator work, from design and set up to production
- Suggest and manage appropriate tooling and equipment
Responsibilities
- Change collets, tool inserts, tool blocks and tool holders
- Process all necessary adjustments to machines. (Including Offset Wear & Geometry)
- Perform basic level maintenance on machines as directed
- Monitor the performances of all machines and operators
- Help suggest PM’s where applicable
- Set-up, operate and maintain 1 or more CNC machines.
- Good familiarity with computer programming and CAD/CAM – preferred
- Good familiarity with “G-code”
- Ability to adjust programs at the control if needed.
- Maintain the computer numerical control machine on a day-to-day basis and ensure that it is running smoothly
- Lead and execute test runs, as a CNC machine worker
- Help design DXF files to upload to the CNC machines
- Inspect the finished products and ensure that they are on par with the blueprint
- Train the operators how to inspect the product being cut
- Keep a record of the machine’s actions
- Plan stock inventory and spearhead the process of ordering and acquiring parts
- Turn instructions into computer commands that lead to action
- Keep track of output and report back to management stock levels
- Other tasks as assigned by management
Required skills and qualifications
- High school diploma or an equivalent
- Prior experience working as a CNC operator
- Outstanding analytical skills and attention to detail
- Skillset to interpret design blueprints which are usually 3D drawings
- Knowledge of mathematics and mechanics
- Software and computer skills
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Degree or diploma in engineering or a related discipline
- Strong verbal, written and interpersonal skills
- Goal-driven approach to work
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