Manual Bridgeport Knee-Mill Operator - Novi, Michigan Contract position through Dec. 2027 Pay Rate: approximately $27.25 per hour
Summary of the Manual Bridgeport Knee-Mill Operator: Sets up, adjusts, and operates various sizes of manual vertical knee-mills to bore/drill holes to print tolerances, face mill, groove, recess, taper, drill, and tap etc. on a variety of standard/non-standard work pieces where skill is required to maintain tolerances on related dimensions. Set ups involve some blocking, aligning, and securing of work pieces having irregular shapes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Load and unload parts manually or by rigging and using overhead lifting devices
Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials onto machines
Positions and secures workpiece on table with bolts, jigs, clamps, shims, or other holding devices
Select the appropriate tools for machining parts, drills, taps, end mills, boring cutters, etc.
Perform manual machining operations, follow standard operating procedures
Verifies conformance of machined work to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as calipers, micrometers, and fixed and telescoping gauges
Perform CILR tasks to maintain the area
Report daily production achieved
Report "Non-Conformances"
Requirements of the Manual Bridgeport Knee-Mill Operator: Knowledge & Skills:
Ability to work independently with written and verbal direction
Good problem-solving skills
Proficient math skills
Blueprint reading skills using both imperial and metric system
Behavioral Competencies:
EHS (Environmental, Health & Safety) rules for work on the factory floor
Unsafe Act/Unsafe Condition
Proper PPE usage
Emergency plan readiness
Key Performance Indicators & Measures:
Non-Conformity
Standard of QC
Verification to the prints
Number of improvement suggestions
Education and overall Experience Requirements:
Three (3) years Bridgeport Knee-Mill experience
High School Diploma or equivalent
Vocational Training preferred
A successful candidate will be subject to a background check and must receive satisfactory results of the same, as a condition of joining the team.
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