Setup Operator

Title: Setup Operator
Location: Salem - VA
Duration: 06 Month

Job Description:
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates conventional and numerical control machines to fabricate metallic and nonmetallic parts by applying knowledge of machine shop theory, procedures, shop mathematics as assigned to produce high quality parts, enabling all production and scheduling needs to be met.

• Follows process sheets for selecting and installing tooling, offsets, fixtures according to specifications to prepare machine for operation, use of engineering part drawings and process plans, performs first piece approval, uses precision measuring instruments to ensure machined items meet quality specifications, reports malfunctions of machining equipment and process deviations to appropriate personnel.
• Responsible for the quality of work, which includes accurate counts and meeting production standards.
• Looks for ways to improve the manufacturing process (new fixtures, tooling, combining operations etc.)
• Checks cycle times, keeps work area clean and in order, follows all company safety procedures and guidelines.
• Depending on machines, may load work programs, take offsets, find zero.

Education /Training
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Five (5) years machining experience

Qualifications/Experience
• Requires general knowledge of machining techniques and methods, along with setting up and operating machines effectively and the ability to receive and execute instructions.
• Must be able to interpret engineering part drawings, use precision measuring equipment, and follow process sheets and demonstrate all safety precautions for operating named equipment.