CNC Operator/Machinist Job in North Mankato 56003, Minnesota US

MICO, Inc., a trusted name in hydraulic brakes and components primarily for off-road markets, is currently seeking CNC Operators for the following shifts:

1st shift - 7am - 3pm Mon - Fri (Candidate must have experience working with a CNC horizontal mill for this shift)
2nd Shift - 3pm - 11pm Mon - Fri
3rd Shift - 11pm - 7am Sun - Thur           

SUMMARY: 

Operates machining centers, turning centers, centerless grinders and hand operations, by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities, but not limited to the following:

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Will include, but not limited to the following areas:

 

A CNC operator shall start up machines, zero return and call up or ensure the proper program is in memory.

 

Load machine(s) either manually or thru operation of a barfeeder.

 

Perform hand operation and remove all burrs unless routing has secondary operation for this process.

 

Setup and operate drill presses, hones and other hand and power tools.

 

Monitor quality per ISO work instructions.

 

Perform adjustment through use of work offsets and tool changes due to wear as required to maintain part quality to the middle of print tolerance.

 

Clean part to remove all chips and cutting fluids unless routing has secondary operations for this process.

 

Pack parts properly to prevent damage during transportation to next operation.

 

Transport parts to sight of next operation.

 

Create Documents Change Request (DCR) using kbox when needed to correct or upgrade process documentation.

 

Interpret blueprint and job specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances.

 

Inspect part to print and perform adjustments as needed through use of offset and minor program changes to make part to middle of print tolerance.

 

Operate equipment per written instructions.

 

Read and operate inspection equipment to insure a quality product at all times.

 

Assigned work area, tools and gauges will be clean, and kept neat, safe and orderly at all times.

 

Identify and define problems, collect data, establish facts, effectively involve other departments and draw valid conclusions.

 

Follow all MICO Inc. policies and procedures and applicable laws.

 

Will work overtime as requested by supervisor.

 

Recognize and comply with all safety rules.  Hearing and Eye protection will be worn when required.

 

Look for and recommend product and process improvements in support of corporate goals, objectives and activities.

 

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS: 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

Machinist Technical Degree/Certification; or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

Ability to read English and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. 

 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent).

 

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

 

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

Ability to read blue prints and precision measuring tool/instruments. Ability to operate a computer and have working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. 

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Forklift Operator Certification may be required.

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and reach with hands and arms.

 

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is required to request assistance for anything exceeding 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

 

WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.

 

Hands are exposed to metals, oils, solvents, and water-soluble coolants. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

SPECIFIC JOB REQUIRMENTS AND TRAINING:

Mandatory orientation on the MICO Employee Handbook, MICO policies and procedures and severe weather and emergency evacuation locations.

 

MICO, Inc quality and environment systems (ISO).

 

Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 and how the job affects quality and the environment.

 

Willingness to receive training on new and existing equipment and / or processes.