Sets-up and operates CNC Turning, Multi-Axis lathes, and other Turning equipment to produce highly precision component parts that meet all quality standards. Ability and willingness to train others. Can work independently and lead a project.
This role is for 1st or 2nd shift. 1st shift is 7am-3:30. 2nd shift is 3:00 - 11:30pm
This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.
2nd Shift has a 15% shift differential
At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:
Competitive PTO PackagePaid Company Holidays401K Match ProgramMedical, Dental, Vision BenefitsTuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program
Major Areas of Responsibility:
- Set-up and operate CNC Lathes (2-axis and multi-axis) (e.g. Eurotech, Hardinge, etc.)
- Will work with blueprints, operation sheets, and other work instructions.
- Working from blueprints, operation sheets, travelers or other specifications, set-ups and completes the machining operations to produce a quality part.
- Checks to make sure that the material to be used meets all specifications. Obtains bar stock or material from staging area.
- Performs complex set-ups of own work or for others.
- Makes all required adjustments to the machinery. Obtains tooling, gages, inserts and all other equipment needed to complete the set-up and brings up the program. Edits the program as necessary.
- Assists other Operators or Set-up/Operators with set-up or production problems and helps to train other set-up/operators.
- Ensures that all manufactured parts are in full compliance to quality standards.
- Performs visual inspections (part relationship to operation sheet/blueprint configuration) on all parts produced and performs actual dimensional verification using measuring instruments as per the guidelines established by the department or the Quality Assurance Department.
- Replaces all worn or damaged tooling as necessary.
- Verifies and records actual part count, both prior to and upon completion of all work
- Performs all routine maintenance on the equipment and maintains all fluid levels.
- Keeps the equipment and work area clean and organized.
- Returns excess bar stock or material to the staging area.
- Moves the finished work to an assigned area. Enters all work performed into the database and documents all scrap.
- Notifies lead person or supervisor of any parts shortages or machining problems/difficulties.
- Packs and washes/preserves parts as needed.
- Performs other machining and assembly operations as needed.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- Interacts with associates from all departments.
Requirements:
- High School diploma or equivalent. Technical school training a plus.
- 3 years of set-up experience minimum required
- Experience with aerospace products and/or other close tolerance parts is a plus.
- Must be familiar with Fanuc and/or Okuma Controls
- Must be able to set and change tools.
- Must be able to use standard gauges and inspection techniques.
- Experience with SPC, inspection documentation, and problem solving is a plus.
- Strong interpersonal and analytical skills.
- Must be able to read and write comments, understand operation sheets/blueprints, specifications, and all applicable company/customer paperwork.
- Must be able to read CNC programs.
- Five plus years of increasingly diverse experience in a machine shop or CNC machining environment
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to push/pull/carry up to 50 lbs.
- Able to stand for up to 8+ hours.
Compensation details: 26-36 Hourly Wage
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