CNC Programmer & Setup Operator in Buffalo, New York at Hutchinson Industries Inc
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Job Description
General Description
- Create new CNC programs for production with the goal of making the program as short a cycle time as possible while still producing a quality part that is safe for production to run. They are responsible for troubleshooting issues with the CNC equipment and modifying the tooling and programming as needed. They will run the first piece samples and machine small orders while training production on how to successfully run larger orders.
Specific Duties
- Create new CNC Programs for production.
- Troubleshoot mechanical equipment failures and repair all process and plant equipment as necessary.
- Complete required records for work performed.
- Participate in developing and updating risk assessments and review all applicable risk assessments annually.
- Participate in developing and updating risk assessments and review all applicable risk assessments annually.
- Follow all applicable environmental, health and safety rules and procedures and immediately report all dangerous situations, near-misses, and injuries.
- Complete fixture changes.
- Run and inspect first piece of run. Work with Quality to document first piece inspection.
- Modify fixtures as required.
- Cross-training with maintenance on manual machining (lathe & mill).
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. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to use hand and shop tools.
• Proven mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic skills.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Demonstrated maintenance and troubleshooting skills.
• Mechanical experience in either manufacturing or related areas.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality required.
- Basic understanding of CNC mill and lathe is required.
- Previous experience running a manual mill or lathe is preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience with CNC operation and CNC programming preferred.
- Previous training or certification on creating CNC programming is required.
- Excellent attention to detail needed for creating new CNC programs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Personal Protective Equipment
The following list of PPE is required while in the manufacturing area.
• Safety Glasses conforming to ANSI Z87.1 or higher
• Steel Toe Safety Shoes conforming to OSHA General Industry Standards 29 CFR 1910
• Hearing protection conforming to OSHA General Industry Standards 29 CFR 1910
Hutchinson Industries, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.
This position is non-exempt. Hutchinson Industries, Inc. reserves the right to modify the job description based upon its needs and may require the employee to perform functions beyond those mentioned above. Neither this job description nor any other communication creates an employment contract between Hutchinson Industries, Inc. nor the employee, and either one may terminate employment without notice at any time.