A-dec Inc. · 12 hours ago
Machinist I (CNC Lathe - Day Shift)
A-dec Inc. is a company dedicated to creating high-quality products for the dental industry while fostering a rewarding employment experience. The Machinist I position involves operating various CNC and manual machinery for production tasks, ensuring quality standards, and participating in continuous improvement efforts within the team.
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Responsibilities
Operates various secondary, manual machinery, CNC Machinery and performs activities within assigned area with moderate supervision: -Bridgeport -Single Turret CNC Lathes -Vertical CNC Mills -CNC Brakes -CNC Punch Press
Performs routine maintenance, including lubrication and cleaning
Safely and efficiently routes parts using material handling equipment
Inspects personal production, to achieve and maintain quality standards and may make recommendations for improvement
Actively engages and participates in department continuous improvement efforts. Implements improvements to processes, programs, tooling, and fixturing
Works collaboratively within the team to maintain a neat and organized work station
Achieves and maintains productivity standards, follows all safety guidelines, and maintains acceptable dependability level
Understands and completes documentation needed to comply with policies and procedures that are appropriate for the position
Follows safety guidelines, must not pose a risk to self or others, identifies potential safety hazards and initiates corrective action when necessary
Actively participates in all department, quarterly, and company meetings
Other duties as assigned (refer to the job family and skills matrix)
Qualification
Required
Generally requires a minimum of 1-3 years machine operation experience and knowledge of simple to moderate fabrication tasks within area assigned, problem solving, set-up, operation, and troubleshooting or the equivalent combination of education and work experience
Must be able to read, write and communicate in English with demonstrated ability to follow written and oral instructions and troubleshoot problems when necessary. Actively participate in a pass down communication to other shift peers and leadership
Must be able to fulfill the minimum qualifications of Machine Operator I and II
Demonstrated ability to effectively inspect assigned work using precision measuring equipment; micrometers, bore gages, manual or video comparators, CMM, or special equipment as required allowing for mobility within the department
Demonstrates the ability to manage time and resources effectively
Demonstrates behaviors and attitudes that emphasize and focus on permanent resolutions to problems and collaboratively work with other employees within work group to achieve goals
Ability to interpret blueprints with a working knowledge of GD&T
Continuous improvement skills for basic production and fabrication, including manual lathes, mills, and CNC machining centers (see color matrix)
Demonstrated understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles
Knowledge of ISO procedures
Ability to perform math calculations with an understanding of decimal/fraction equivalence, geometry, and trigonometry
Knowledge of all tooling and material types used during production, including uncommon and unconventional tools, with the ability to alter tools to achieve desired results
Moderate computer skills and ability to learn and understand ERP systems
Ability to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise maneuver up to 35 pounds with or without assistance on a routine basis and occasionally up to 50 pounds
Must have manual hand dexterity to grasp, operate tools and equipment repetitively
Able to walk, stand, sit, bend, reach, and occasionally kneel, climb steps, and twist throughout an entire shift
Some areas may be exposed to chemicals, noise, vibration and /or dust, and require the use of appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); such as, but not limited to safety glasses, hearing protection, foot protection, etc
Ability to wear respiratory protection and comply with OSHA's respirator use requirements
Company
A-dec Inc.
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