CNC Setup - Vertical Lathe Jobs - Tinley Park, Illinois (IL)

CNC Setup - Vertical Lathe - Job Description

BASIC FUNCTION

This position is responsible for setting up Vertical CNC Lathes on existing parts as well as creating setups and programs for new parts.

OUTPUTS

• CNC Vertical Lathe experience required
• Conduct / assist with machine programming and setups

• Use measurement equipment (bore, height & thread gages, calipers, micrometers and optical comparator)
• Determine required in-process quality checks

• Provide training to machine operators on setup and production processes

• Generate and document work instructions, setup procedures and inspection sheets
• Support Management with special testing / projects
• Assist with "root cause analysis" on machining failures

• Monitor ongoing quality levels of machined products to proactively identify opportunities for improvement (Cost of Quality, Cycle Time Reductions, Tool Cost etc.)
• Operate CNC lathes and milling machines to produce engineering samples

QUANTITATIVE REQUIREMENTS

• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Understanding of basic algebra and trigonometry
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word / Excel)
• Minimum 3 years related experience in setting up CNC Lathes, at least 1 year with fanuc controlled CNC Vertical Lathes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Extensive experience CNC programming, setup, and the efficient operation of CNC Lathes
• Experienced with the fixturing and machining of castings and welded fabrications
• Must be a self-starter, comfortable working in a team environment
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks, adhering to strict deadlines and commitments
• A creative thinker with the ability to raise the bar in CNC machining

• Ability to correspond effectively with co-workers, customers, and vendors
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables