CNC Operator

Adecco is assisting a client in Des Plaines, IL in their search to fill a CNC Operator position. This is a temp to hire opportunity and pay will be based on experience.

Schedule is 2nd shift, Monday-Friday, 2PM-10:30PM , with overtime as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Perform proper set-up and calibration procedures for all equipment and accessories to be used on projects
• Plans machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, orthographic drawings, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T)
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions, including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; calculating requirements, including basic math, geometry, and trigonometry; proving part programs
• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three- and four-jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming heads
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample workpieces, adhering to standards

• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and 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; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments

• Inspect the work area and machines that were used during the day prior to leaving at the end of each shift

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred not required
• Extensive knowledge of machine maintenance and operation required
• 2+ years’ experience using production machinery preferred but willing to work with entry level.
• Math Skills: Good math skills will help CNC machinists understand complex instructions, how schematics work and make sure items are designed and built correctly.
• Problem Solving Skills: CNC machinists will need to know why machines are not at peak performance, how to increase output and how to fix errors.
• Attention to Detail: CNC machinists will work with precision equipment.
• Mechanical and Technical Skills
• Process Improvement
• Controls and Instrumentation