Operator CNC

Long Description

General Characteristics and purpose
Prepares and operates a computer numerical controlled (CNC) machine used in the production of parts. 
Has knowledge on the operation of machine equipment and ensures that the machine works as programmed.  

Representative Activities

• Selects tools required to produce parts and prepares machines.
• Loads parts onto fixtures and performs machining operation.
• Checks finished part against blueprint, debugs and submits for approval.
• Operates assigned (CNC) machine, or may work a related group of (CNC) machines of similar complexity.
• Understands working properties of common metals, reads blueprints.
• Unload finished products from the machine.
• Maintain a clean, well-organized workstation.
• May perform minor adjustments to machine and operating procedures to maintain quality. 
• Typically reports to a supervisor, team leader or superintendent within the production department.

Scope Variants
Complexity

Operates a limited range of standard machines and assists in the installation of complex machines according to written instructions

Quality control

Checks finished parts against simple blueprint and flags inconsistencies