CNC Operator in Mc Kees Rocks, Pennsylvania at ARMSTRONG KOVER KWICK

DESCRIPTION
The CNC Machinist safely sets up and operates assigned CNC machines to produce precision parts to drawings, specifications, and the daily production plan. The Machinist loads and verifies programs, selects and installs tooling and workholding, establishes offsets, performs first-piece and in-process inspections, completes required records, and promptly escalates safety, quality, tooling, equipment, or production concerns. The Machinist maintains a clean, organized, production-ready work area and supports a culture of safety, teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.

RESPONSIBILITIES

PRODUCTION OPERATIONS
• Perform assigned production tasks according to work instructions, production travelers, drawings, specifications, and direction of leadership.
• Set up, operate, monitor, and shut down assigned CNC machining equipment in accordance with training, approved programs, and established procedures.
• Select and install approved cutting tools, fixtures, workholding, and raw material for assigned CNC jobs in accordance with setup instructions, drawings, and training.
• Load and verify approved CNC programs; set work and tool offsets; and operate CNC mills, lathes, or other assigned machining equipment within authorized parameters.
• Perform first-piece and in-process inspections using approved precision measuring tools, compare parts to drawings and specifications, and make authorized offset or tooling adjustments.
• Monitor machine cycles, cutting conditions, tool wear, coolant, chip removal, part quality, and equipment condition throughout the run; stop the machine and notify leadership when unsafe or abnormal conditions occur.
• Ensure materials, tools, and documentation are ready and properly staged to support safe, efficient production flow.
• Follow the daily production schedule and promptly communicate delays, shortages, equipment issues, or other constraints to Leadership.
• Measure, inspect, document and verify work as required during production and before moving products to the next operation.
• Complete production quantities, material usage, scrap, downtime, and other required records accurately and on time.
• Protect materials and finished products from damage, contamination, or misidentification.
• Support changeovers, basic equipment adjustments, packaging, and shipment preparation as assigned.
PRODUCTIVITY & TEAMWORK
• Meet established production goals and customer delivery requirements.
• Follow supervisor direction regarding work priorities, job assignments, and schedule changes.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers and other departments to maintain production flow and address issues promptly.
• Participate in cross-training and assist in other production areas when assigned.

QUALITY & DOCUMENTATION
• Understand the applicable production traveler, specifications, and quality requirements before beginning each job.
• Perform required in-process checks and inspections using approved tools and methods.
• Record production and inspection information completely, accurately, and legibly.
• Segregate and identify nonconforming material or product and immediately notify the Production Supervisor.
• Do not continue processing or ship product when required documentation is incomplete or a quality concern remains unresolved.

EQUIPMENT, HOUSEKEEPING & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
• Perform routine operator maintenance on assigned equipment as trained.
• Keep tools, equipment, aisles, and work areas clean, orderly, and ready for safe operation.
• Report equipment damage, abnormal operation, missing guards, leaks, or maintenance needs immediately.
• Identify opportunities to help reduce scrap, rework, downtime, and unnecessary handling.
• Participate in problem solving and suggest practical improvements to safety, quality, workflow, and productivity.

SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
• Follow all company safety policies, work instructions, lockout/tagout requirements, machine-guarding rules, and established manufacturing procedures.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and inspect it before use.
• Keep guards and machine enclosures in place; keep hands clear of moving tools, spindles, chucks, fixtures, and workpieces; and never bypass or defeat a safety device.
• Stop the machine and follow approved lockout/tagout procedures before clearing entanglements, servicing equipment, or entering a hazardous area; remove chips only with approved tools and methods.
• Operate only equipment for which training and authorization have been provided.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and use approved lifting, material-handling, and ergonomic practices.
• Immediately report injuries, near misses, unsafe conditions, spills, quality concerns, and damaged equipment to the Production Supervisor.
• Support corrective actions, safety meetings, training, and other compliance activities as assigned.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively as part of a production team.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, production travelers, drawings, specifications, and standard operating procedures.
• Basic math, measurement, computer, and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to use hand tools, precision measuring devices, material-handling equipment, and CNC machining equipment after training.
• Ability and willingness to learn multiple operations, accept feedback, and adapt to changing production priorities.
• Ability to safely set up and operate CNC machining equipment after training, including reading drawings, selecting tooling and workholding, establishing offsets, and verifying first-piece quality.
• Previous CNC machining, CNC setup, milling, turning, precision measurement, or related manufacturing experience preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & SCHEDULE
• Work is performed primarily in an active manufacturing environment with exposure to moving equipment, noise, dust, temperature changes, and other conditions typical of production operations.
• The position requires reliable attendance and flexibility to work assigned shifts, overtime, weekends, or alternate schedules as business needs require. Occasional travel to another company facility may be required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk for extended periods; use hands and fingers to handle tools, materials, controls, and products; reach, bend, stoop, push, pull, and climb as needed; and communicate effectively in a manufacturing environment. The employee must be able to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently, with assistance or approved equipment when appropriate, and safely operate assigned manufacturing and material-handling equipment after training.

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 this position. The employer reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position with or without notice.

NCCM CULTURE
At NCCM, we are guided by our core values of Faith, Quality, Commitment, and Service. All employees are expected to demonstrate these principles through safe work practices, reliable attendance, quality workmanship, teamwork, accountability, and customer-focused execution