CNC Operator-3rd Shift (1881)

$42,349 - $57,678/Yr

Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials - Delmont, PA

Full-time

Delmont, PA

1,001-5,000 employees

Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing

About the position

The CNC Operator is responsible for the advanced set-up and operation of CNC machines, ensuring precision and efficiency in manufacturing high-performance thermoplastic materials. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of CNC programming, tool geometry, and quality control procedures, with a focus on maximizing production output while adhering to safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Advanced set-up & operation of CNC machines per set-up sheets & work instructions.
• Verify and edit programs as required.
• Calculate speeds and feeds for machining processes.
• Determine tooling requirements and establish tool offsets using a tool setter.
• Create programs using Haas VPS (Visual Programming System).
• Setup work origin using WIPS (Wireless Intuitive Probing System).
• Download/upload all programs efficiently.
• Operate CNC in manual mode as required.
• Adjust machine feeds & speeds to provide acceptable finishes & tolerances.
• Utilize optical comparator for set-up confirmation.
• Determine material requirements to maximize yield.
• Design & fabricate vacuum plates/fixtures.
• Deburr & clean finished parts.
• Troubleshoot machining issues and review production orders for accuracy.
• Collect & segregate recyclable/dumpster scrap appropriately.
• Perform housekeeping and follow safety guidelines.
• Assist maintenance technicians with machine troubleshooting.
• Perform ERP system transactions accurately.
• Utilize fork truck and overhead crane for material handling.
• Perform quality control checks on work in-process & final inspection.
• Understand ISO procedures and recognize production procedures.

Requirements

• Technical School Certificate or Diploma preferred.
• 3-5 years CNC operation & set-up experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Comprehensive understanding of G & M codes.
• Excellent blueprint reading/interpretation skills.
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, Outlook, etc.).
• Ability to operate a forklift and complete in-house certification.
• History of safe working behavior.
• Demonstrated measurement skills with above-average accuracy.
• Sound understanding of quality control procedures.
• Solid math skills and advanced knowledge of tool geometry.
• Ability to perform program modifications and create programs using Haas VPS.
• AutoCAD experience preferred.
• SurfCam programming software skills preferred.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills, assist and train other operators, and attention to detail.

Nice-to-haves

• Optical comparator experience preferred.
• SurfCam programming software skills preferred.

Benefits

• Benefits begin on DAY 1!
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees