2nd Shift CNC Machine Operator $19/hour plus $3 Shift Differential - Keter North America

Pay is $19.00/hour for 1st shift with a $3/hour shift differential for 2nd shift!

Summary

The Machine Operator will ensure the consistent production of machined pieces of lumber through setup, maintaining and operating of a CNC machine and high-speed routers. The Machine Operator will pay close attention to detail, focus on the tasks at hand, ensure accuracy of the machined pieces as well as the correct pieces machined for the order while maintaining quality and safety. This position requires someone who is detail oriented but has a sense of urgency in keeping pace with a fast-paced production environment while adhering to all safety requirements. The Machine Operator will ensure production procedures are carried out smoothly and will maximize efficiencies at all times. 

In This Role, You'll Have The Opportunity To:

• Distinguish colors to ensure correct components are selected for the machining process
• Pull lumber from the racking system by placing it onto carts and push it to their workstation
• Set up the CNC machine to begin production - load the lumber onto the CNC machine
• Using the computer screen on the CNC, select the pre-defined program for the item to be produced
• Check output for machine related flaws or errors
• Shape pieces of machined lumber using a high-speed router insuring strict guidelines to guarding and safety requirement
• Load carts with finished machined pieces of material in preparation of assembly
• Understanding the different types of products for proper selection in operation of the CNC machine
• Pay attention to the customer order to ensure items made with multiple lumber colors are machined properly
• Trouble shooting as required
• Maintain a clean and safe workstation – includes ‘fluff’ and debris clean-up
• Maintain equipment and tools in proper working condition
• Understand and utilize a computer screen for proper selection of CNC operations
•  Assist co-workers when necessary
• Work at multiple workstations within the process such as table/band saws
• Meet production and quality standard requirements
• Spot check output to ensure high quality standards of machined pieces
• Work safely following all safety rules and regulations

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to read and communicate in English to follow and understand work instructions
• Ability to use simple math using addition, subtraction, division, multiplication and understanding percentages and fractions.
• Must be able to read a ruler and/or tape measure
• Great attention to detail
• Sense of urgency to meet production standards
• Ability to strictly adhere to all safety standards
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment when necessary
• Prior work experience using CNC machines, routers, band and table saws is preferred
• Ability to recognize and point out defects
• Ability to use a broom and shovel for ‘fluff’ clean-up
• Ability to use an air hose when required
• Good Attendance
• Ability to work independently as well as with others
• Ability to work 10-hour shifts and overtime as required
• Reliable transportation to arrive at work on a daily basis

Environment and Physical Demands

• Standing and walking on production floors which are concrete for 10-hour shifts. (rubber matting is provided at work stations)
• Ability to read, hear, speak and use a computer to reason and problem solve
• Requires basic math skills
• Ability to distinguish colors
• Normal hearing and range of vision
• Ability to learn more than one process in the machining of the finished product
• Requires standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, twisting, bending, pushing, pulling frequently though out the work shift
• Requires the safe and effective use of a router in close contact to fingers
• Required to frequently lift up to 25 lbs.
• May not have allergies to plastic/poly and/or cardboard
• Ability to work in hot/cool work environment
• Ability to work in a noisy work environment
• Floors may become slippery from ‘fluff’ that is a bi-product of the production process