Summary:
Plans and performs a variety of machine operations utilizing numerical control machining centers to cut, shape, or form metal work pieces to specifications by performing the following duties.
 
Duties:
•    Reviews setup sheet and specifications to determine machining sequence and dimensions of finished work piece.
•    Attaches fixture to machine bed and positions and secures work piece in fixture according to setup instructions, using a forklift if needed.
•    Selects and adjusts roll or basket thickness.
•    Manipulates controls and enters commands to index welding tool to specified set point and to start machine.
•    Observes and listens to machine operation to detect malfunctions, such as worn or damaged cutting tools.
•    Changes various machine consumables and location of work piece during machining process as specified in setup instructions.
•    Measures work piece for conformance to specifications and places in appropriate storage areas.
•    Adjusts machine feed and speed according to specifications when automatic programming is faulty or machine malfunctions.
•    Cleans machine, tooling, parts and surrounding work area as needed.
•    Other duties may be assigned.  

Qualifications:
•    Core Qualifications:
o    Satisfactory attendance history
o    Flexibility of daily routine
o    Understand basic math and measuring principles including but not limited to: addition, subtraction, decimals, tape measure usage, machine calipers and micrometer in metric
o    Ability to read and understand machine related terminology, standard operating procedures and communicate to support staff with job related information.
o    Ability to follow multi-step directions with limited supervision
o    Ability to take direction and be trained as an operator by machine technician or other operators
o    Basic computer skills: navigate between windows, identify work, input quantities
•    Preferred Qualifications (all of above and):
o    Previous manufacturing experience, metal working and/or welding experience a plus
o    Understanding of intermediate math: radius, diameter, conversion from lineal to radius and diameter, positive/negative measurements, decimals and metric to Imperial conversion
o    Accepting of constructive criticism to grow in skill
o    Ability to identify maintenance needs, support troubleshooting, and communicate issues to technicians and maintenance staff

Education/Experience:
•    High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Environment:
•    Work is performed in a production environment where disruptions occur frequently. 
•    The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
•    Understanding of working day or night shift with occasional overtime and Saturday work

Physical Demands:
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to grasp, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb