Fabrication Technician - Multiple Levels

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

TheFabrication Technician (different levels based on experience) will operate equipment according to established procedures in a safe and quality manner. Dimensional measurements will be required during the operation of equipment to assure compliance to requirements. Adjustments to the equipment may be executed during the operation of equipment to meet established run rates and part accuracy. This involves performing First Piece Inspection and continuous Quality activities. Equipment will include Mills, Lathes, CNC’s and screw machines. The Fabrication Technician may also execute proper setup and programming techniques This involves downloading programs, validating or setting up tool locations, performing First Piece Inspection and meeting run rates Certain levels may mentor and assist with the training of CNC technicians.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES – some of these will be slightly altered based on level of knowledge and skill

• Implement and sustain S, Q, D, C activities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently in times of needs/ requirement.

• Develop, sustain and improve CNC machine tool methods and procedures.
• Suggest/optimizes machine tool speeds and feeds to maintain high manufacturing productivity, holding the required tolerances (+/- .0002”) and obtaining maximizing tool life.
• Understand and comprehend CNC programs for 2 to 5-axis machines using SolidWorks, Mastercam and similar software.
• Understand and comprehend the best CNC method of manufacturing with regards to machine selection, fixtures and tooling
• Suggest tool selection in the development and implementation of fixtures for new product development.

• Proficient in the use and implementation of conventional fabrication equipment. Such as lathes, mills, grinders, broaches, hones, etc…

• Develop standard work, tool setup sheets, and standard operations for production jobs.
• Troubleshoot various problems (programming, improper tooling, dull tools, wrong location of machined feature, code errors, etc.) and develop corrective action to prevent reoccurrence.
• Perform Quality Assurance activities while operating equipment (Optical systems, calipers, gages, indicators)
• Participate in Productive Maintenance activity
• Understand datums and install fixtures (Datums, Tombstone, Plates)
• Operation of multiple machining centers (milling and lathe)
• Monitoring and recording of part dimensions using Micro-Hite, slip and pin gauges.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Understand technical prints (GD&T)
• Understand knowledge of CNC machine “G-Code” and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability maintaining and changing tools.
• Experience with conventional manufacturing equipment.
• Ability determining offsets and adjusting accordingly.
• Ability in the operation of conventional manufacturing equipment.
• Interpret Work Orders and enter data into the Manufacturing database (ERP)
• Ability to perform first piece inspection using Height Gauge, Micrometer, and Caliper
• Ability and experience in CNC setup

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred:

• Experience in operation of C.N.C. Milling and/or turning machines.
• Experience in simultaneous and effective operation of multiple CNC machines
• Working knowledge of Fanuc Programming language including Macro B
• Knowledge of metal machining
• Vocational/Technical Degree
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Turn mill experience.
• 5S knowledge and experience

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must have excellent communication skills, reading, writing and listening. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret blueprints. Ability write and read spreadsheets.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES

Attendance is an essential job requirement defined as having regular, consistent, reliable, punctual and predictable attendance including the ability to work regular hours and shifts, overtime before and after shifts and on weekends. Ability to work as part of a team, including all related departments/plants or independently as required to achieve internal and external customer satisfaction.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

While performing the duties of the job the employee works in a manufacturing environment and may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit and use hands to touch, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to stand for long periods of time and work 8 to 12-hour shifts.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

This position requires compliance with ITAR requirement. Must be a “U.S. Person” (per ITAR 120.15) and are required to show proof substantiating this upon being hired.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Activities, duties and/or responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice at the sole discretion of the Company.