Multi-Axis CNC Operator & Setup

Operator

The Multi-Axis CNC Operator is responsible for maintaining Wilcox’s quality standards while manufacturing a variety of parts. In this position you will maintain the operation of various Multi-Axis CNC machines, including preparing stock, inspecting parts, cleaning and deburring parts, and maintaining a clean working environment.

• Carry out machine operations as instructed.
• Responsible for the visual and physical quality of the parts being machined.
• Alert senior department personnel when offsets and/or tool changes are needed.
• Use 1factory to complete the necessary daily inspections.
• Work with the Quality Department to ensure parts are within engineering tolerances to avoid costly scrap or rework.
• Verify necessary gaging is within calibration date.
• Maintain a clean and tidy work area.
• Ensure adherence to all safety protocols.
• Ensures compliance with ITAR, EAR, and other federal requirements.
• Perform other duties as necessary when directed to do so to support business needs.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Regular on-site attendance is a necessary function of this position.
• Ability to use precision measuring instruments and gauges to check parts according to drawings.
• Knowledge or willingness to learn how to read basic engineering drawings.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, process documentation, and work orders.
• Strong communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Committed to safety consciousness and able to follow the company’s safety policies and procedures. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic computer usage, to include Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Wilcox is a U.S government defense contractor, and this position requires access to export-controlled technology. Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to access U.S. government-controlled technology prior to beginning work.

Preferred Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Vocational or similar training in the machining field.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work in noisy environments.
• Must be able to bend, stretch, squat, and climb to access all parts of the machine.
• Must wear eye and ear protection.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear; use hands and fingers to handle and touch objects, tools, or controls to work in a production environment. Vision abilities required including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus to work. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift 35 pounds at times.
• Hand eye coordination.
• Prolonged periods working on feet, using tools, and performing repetitive actions with fingers, hands and wrists.
• Visual acuity to read instructions, operate machines and inspect parts.

Multi-Axis CNC Setup is responsible for maintaining Wilcox’s quality standards while manufacturing a variety of parts. In this position you will set up various and maintain the operation of Multi-Axis CNC machines, including setting up machines and bar feeders, preparing stock, inspecting parts, cleaning and deburring parts, and maintaining a clean working environment.

• Carry out machine operations as instructed.
• Responsible for the visual and physical quality of the parts being machined.
• Set up proven jobs on multi-axis machines in the department.
• Update work order information as required.
• Make minor program adjustments when necessary.
• Work with programming and engineering to improve processes and manufacturability of parts.
• Make Mazak service calls.
• Perform tool changes and make offsets as needed.
• Train new employees.
• Train and assist operators in the area with tool changes and making offsets.
• Identify tooling based on provided setup sheet or program information.
• Use 1factory to complete the necessary inspections.
• Work with the Quality Department to ensure parts are within engineering tolerances to avoid costly scrap or rework.
• Verify necessary gaging is at the machines and is within calibration…