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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. (We also have other shifts available, please search for other job postings).
Job Description
- Hours: Fri 4:00 pm to 10:30 pm, Sat & Sun 6:00 am to 6:00 pm.
- MUST be an experienced mill & lathe operator, preferred 5+ years of experience.
- Can work without supervision.
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Qualifications and 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 the 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 of experience in CNC operations.
Machine Operation Knowledge
- Knowledge of tool geometry offsets and their function.
- Knowledge of machine controls and their function during operation.
- Knowledge of basic and effective 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 tooling 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 and Safety
- 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.
- Adhere to the safety program.
Responsibilities and Expectations
The above responsibilities are the basic expectations of any CNC operator; any actions above and beyond will be looked at favorably at review time.
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.