The Machine Shop Operator is responsible for the set-up, production run, and general operations of the work cell.  

Processes and procedures employees are expected to follow are located in the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for each machine and function the associates perform. All associates are expected to read and understand the SOP prior to utilizing equipment or performing job-related tasks. 

Typical job duties include:

Set-Up:

• Make exact and concise set-up on all machines within the work cell. 
• Remove and replace tooling as required for a variety of parts. 
• Perform precision set-ups involving alignment and securing of fixtures, setting speeds and feeds and various other parameters according to the part to be produced and the machine to be used.
• On initial set-up use precontrolled set-up procedures. 
• Precision measuring instruments such as micrometers and dial indicators must be used. 
• Work with the CNC control panel. 

Perform Production Run:

• Place part in holding fixture and clamp in place, start machine by push button, foot pedal or lever. 
• Unclamp and remove part when machine completes operations.
• Deburr part, assemble parts, weld rivet, Double Disc, Notch the nose, and repeat the cycle.
• Check parts with gauges provided and record finding on charts. 
• Make all adjustments necessary to ensure parts stay within specified control limits. 
• Simultaneous set-up and operation of multiple machines is required due to long cycle times.
• Keep coolant and oil levels at the proper levels and concentrations. 
• After hardening is done, check handle alignment and straighten if needed. 
• Check joint tensions and adjust as needed. 
• Weigh gage as needed. 
• Check handle spread and gage as needed. 
• Check nose gap and gage as needed. 
• Rope cut pliers following standard procedures. 
• Re-file as needed. 
• Needle Nose pliers must have the nose adjusted to meet Quality standards. 
• Cell operators will be required to learn all of the jobs that are performed within the work cell. 
• Complete appropriate paperwork and maintain 5S requirements. 

Qualifications: 

• Requires some initiative and ingenuity to achieve the proper goals. 
• Good ability and vision of adjustments of different characteristics on all pliers needed.