Screw Machine Operator

Operates multiple spindle lathe type screw machines equipped with automatic indexing and feeding mechanisms to machine metal bar stock by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. (Other duties may be assigned)

• Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications such as dimensions, tolerances, number of parts to be machined, and tooling instructions such as cutting speeds, feed rates, depth of cuts, and cutting tools to be used.
• Positions and secures specified collets, bushings, and stock pushers onto stock feeding mechanism and loads bar stock into feeding mechanism.
• Installs and adjusts specified cams, gears, and stops to control stock and tool movements at each station.
• Positions and secures tools in tool holders.
• Sets cutting speeds and feed rates.
• Moves controls to cycle machine through settings, stopping machine and adjusting tool positions and machine controls to allow for operating factors such as timing, clearance between moving parts, and chip removal.
• Starts machine, observes operation, and inspects first run and sample work piece to ensure machining conforms to specifications.
• Replaces worn tools.
• Operate bench grinder to sharpen tools.
• Carry out work according to safety policies, OSHA standards and ISO requirements.
• Machines metal materials.
• Must have basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide, convert to decimals, read measuring instruments.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED);

or one to three months related experience and / or training

or equivalent combination of education and experience.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

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 fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk and climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

BENEFITS

Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Vacations, Paid Personal Time, Holiday Pay