Job Summary

This role is for 2nd Shift - 3:30pm-12:00am

The CNC Operator/Machinist is a hands-on position focused on supporting compliance of tooling tasks and CNC-related responsibilities. This position is to support the growth and learning of an engineering-minded individual to develop the necessary skills to assist the CNC and tooling departments in creating plastic injection molds to meet our client’s requirements.

Job Responsibilities

- Make sure setups are correct.

- Perform needed inspections on finished workpieces.

- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on assigned machines.

- Load and execute CNC programs to produce parts from blueprints, CAD drawings, or engineering specifications

- Demonstrate teamwork and interpersonal skills

- Support Mold Makers/Tooling Engineers

- Communicate effectively with team members to address any machining, quality or timeline issues

- Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and quality assurance protocols

- Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and reduce waste

- Monitor and manage tool inventory to ensure an adequate supply of necessary tools and parts

- Perform regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting machines to ensure optimal performance

- Assist Programmers as needed to enhance utilization

- Self-disciplined for fast-paced work environment and responsibilities

- Support Secondary department with setups and changeovers

- Keep work areas clean and organized

- Assist in training new operators on machine operation, programming, and safety procedures

- Other tasks as assigned by immediate supervisor and/or manager.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

- Work performed in a manufacturing plant environment with exposure to noise and machinery. Normal mobility to move around a manufacturing environment.

- Frequently walks, stands, grips/grasps, bends/stoops, crouches, and lifts and carries up to fifty-five (55) pounds routinely throughout the day.

On-Site: This role is required to be on-site 5-6 days at the Clinton Township, MI location.