Machinist Operator
Mueller Water Products

Job Info

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This position is primarily responsible for operating a computer numerical control (CNC) lathe and mill machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; and maintaining equipment and supplies. Essential Functions: • Read blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T). • Sets-up mills and lathes by installing tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices • Loads or feeds mechanism by lifting stock into position. • Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces. • Maintains specifications by observing milling, drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread cutting operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes. • Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations. • Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions. • Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. • Documents actions by completing production and quality logs. Required: • General math skills with the ability to understand measuring/measurement concepts and their applications. • Familiarity with basic tools of measuring and when to use for inspection of parts. • Must be organized, detail oriented. • Ability to read and use micrometer and calipers. • Standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 50lbs. • Experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing type environment. • Work Safely in the Manufacturing Production Environment. • Follow detailed verbal / written assembly instructions, processes, and procedures. • Read and understand work orders and assembly instructions. • Prepare and assemble materials and parts in a manufacturing production environment. • Move, process, and organize materials and manufactured products. • Perform quality control checks and verification of work order specifications. • Properly fill out basic forms, reports, and label products correctly. • Communicates and works effectively with others. • Report problems with quality, processes, equipment and materials to Supervisor. • Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions. Education & Experience: • High School Diploma or GED. • CNC Machining Certification preferred. • Experience in G-Code and/or Conversational Programming preferred. • Experience in CAD/CAM Nesting Software preferred. • 3 or more years operating and S/U experience on CNC equipment. • Experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing type environment. • Experience with DMG Mori CNC machines and HAAS is a plus

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law.

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