Unclassified

Apex Tool Group - Lexington, SC

Full-time

Lexington, SC

Building Material and Garden Equipment and Supplies Dealers

About the position

The Machine Operator II position at Apex Tool Group involves operating CNC and conventional machining equipment to produce precision machined components. The role requires reading blueprints, setting up equipment, performing quality checks, and maintaining production logs. The operator will also promote a clean and organized work environment through 5S practices.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and written instructions to understand tasks.
• Use standard tool packages, tooling, and fixtures to set up equipment for specified products.
• Operate CNC equipment, including loading, tooling, and performing run-off of products.
• Operate conventional machining equipment as needed to perform operations from routing.
• Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) and periodic quality checks to ensure product quality.
• Occasionally assist in the assembly of machined components or products.
• Maintain production log, recording hour-by-hour production rates for self and others.
• Promote 5S within the respective cell or area, cleaning equipment as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as needed to be successful in the role.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
• Previous experience in a precision machined manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Machine Operator, including familiarity with the set-up and operation of equipment.
• Certification or Associate's degree in a related discipline may be substituted for work experience requirement.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand blueprints at different levels within manufacturing.
• Ability to use measuring tools and identify, select, and change tooling equipment (calipers, micrometers, etc.) and gauges to check parts.
• Ability to perform basic set-up and operate mill and/or lathe.
• Ability to load programs into CNC equipment.
• Ability to perform basic shop mathematics.
• Ability to occasionally lift, push, or pull up to 40 lbs and move in a full range of motion.
• Ability to stand for the duration of the required shift, including overtime on a daily or weekly basis.
• Ability to have a high level of attention to detail for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work daily or weekly overtime, and alternate shifts as needed.