CNC Lathe/Mill Operator - Weekend Shift

Plainsman Mfg. Inc.

Edmonton

CAD 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

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Plainsman Mfg. Inc. is looking to hire multiple weekend Mill & Lathe Operators for our machine shop, who are located near the Edmonton, Alberta area.

Job Description:

Hours: Fri; 4pm to 10:30pm, Sat & Sun; 6am to 6pm.
MUST be an experienced mill & lathe operator, preferred 5+ years of experience.
Can work without supervision.

Skills or Experience Requirements:

Ability to speak, read and write English.
High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
Basic computer experience (Internet Explorer / Microsoft Word).
Knowledge of imperial measurement system (inch/pound/feet).
Knowledge of basic hand tools (hammer/wrench/screwdriver).
Knowledge of basic power tools (drill/saw/grinder).
Knowledge of CNC programming and control operations.
Knowledge of safe and effective CNC setup practices.
Knowledge of machine tooling and its use.
Minimum 3 years experience in CNC operations.

Knowledge:

Machine Operation:

Knowledge of tool geometry offsets and their function.
Knowledge of machine controls and their function during operation.
Knowledge of basic and efficient machine operation.
Knowledge of insert sizes and naming conventions.
Knowledge of basic machine maintenance protocols outlined in the policy.
Ability to use basic machine shop toolings such as grinders, stampers, and deburring equipment.

Machine Programming:

Knowledge of g-code.
Ability to program and set up simple parts.
Ability to troubleshoot and improve upon existing programs.
Knowledge of proper machining practices.
Adherence to Plainsman programming procedures.
Adherence to program saving and revision control procedures.

Machine Setup:

Knowledge of proper machine setup practices.
Knowledge of machine tooling and its appropriate usage.
Adherence to program setup sheet procedures.

Quality of Work:

Adherence to Plainsman Mfg quality standards and familiarity with the machining of parts to the required dimensions and keeping scrap rates to a minimum.
Thoroughness and pride at ANY task assigned by the supervisor.

Safety:

Adhere to the safety program.

Secondary Responsibilities:

The below tasks may be asked of any CNC operator to be performed as needed.
They should also be looked at as going above and beyond the expectations outlined above, during spare time and will be looked upon favorably during reviews.
Cleaning and deburring parts.
Emptying chip bins, and disposing of waste/oil coolant appropriately.
Stamping.
Washing shop floors.
5S organizing.
Assembly of components as needed.
During busy periods assist Supervisor and/or manager in the operation of the shop.
During periods of the Supervisor's absence take over some responsibilities of the operation of the shop.