Position Summary

Operates CNC (Computer Numerically Controlled) lathes or mills or to machine metallic and nonmetallic work pieces to produce precision machined parts to acceptable levels of efficiency and quality on both new and existing production processes. Operates machining centers on repetitive production work involving skill and dexterity in the operating. Attention is required to prevent damage product or damage to machine center. Makes necessary machine adjustments to ensure satisfactory production. Inspect work for obvious defects and dimensional integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

In addition to adhering to the policies of the company outlined in the PGM Employee Handbook, an individual servicing in this capacity shall consistently be able to:

• Operate CNC mills and/or lathes running new and existing production processes using proper procedures and equipment to establish and ensure consistent and quality parts, optimum perishable tooling usage, and acceptable quality levels.
• Work with Set-up Operators debugging and developing new production processes and learning st-up skills.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance, as required.
• Provide training and instruction as needed to CNC I and CNC II operators in the operation and preventative maintenance of CNC mills and/or lathes and proper usage of required inspection equipment.
• Monitor and maintain perishable tooling inventory for each assigned job.
• Establish and perform all required inspection duties to maintain acceptable quality levels.
• Record Statistical Process Control (SPC) data, as required.
• Inform supervisor of any problems associated with equipment, processes or procedures trying to explore, develop and recommend continuous improvement ideas.
• Analyzes blueprint and specifications.
• Complete job related paperwork accurately and completely, which includes: expedite sheets, move tickets, and job cards.
• Basic GD&T skills.
• Basic and Advanced Vantage training.
• Perform basic repeat set-ups, tear downs and organize perishable tool list – tool list to proper kit location. 
• Verifies spindle, feed rate, depth of cut and tool positions relative to work piece.
• Follow company policies as outlined in the employee handbook.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.  

Education, Training and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and/or technical school, associates degree; and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Internal Training Requirements

• Company Benefits Orientation 
• Bloodborne Pathogen
• Company Practices & Policies 
• Fire Extinguisher Safety
• Mission, Vision & Values Training 
• Hazardous Communication
• Values Based Leadership 
• Lock Out/Tag Out Video
• Traveler Sign-Off 
• Personal Protection Equipment
• Right-to-Know Training 

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical effective on start date
• Dental
• Life Insurance (plus additional supplemental coverage)
• 401(k) program
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Profit Sharing Program
• Vacation Program
• Educational Financial Assistance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Accounts
• And others!

PGM is an EOE employer