1st Shift CNC Set Up II

Milwaukee Valve Company is looking for a 1st Shift CNC Setup II to join our Prairie Du Sac, WI team in Department 055. This position has a starting hourly wage of $26.78.* This position is eligible for a $2,000 sign-on bonus. The first half ($1,000) is payable after successful completion of the orientation period and the second half ($1,000) is payable after one year of employment. *The regularly scheduled hours for this position are 7:00AM-3:30PM, Monday through Friday. Overtime may become a possibility or even required. When working overtime, the regularly scheduled shift is adjusted by 1-2 hours at either the beginning or end of the regularly scheduled shift. Overtime may also be requested or mandatory on Saturday as well. All offers of employment made by Milwaukee Valve are contingent upon successfully completing our required drug screen and physical capabilities tests.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Established in 1901, Milwaukee Valve manufactures valves for a variety of industries including Industrial, Commercial, Fire Protection, Marine and the dry bulk hauling industries. Our products have been installed on every U.S. Navy ship built for the last 50 years.Our heritage, our people, and our passion is to be the best, and Milwaukee Valve is proud of its engineering excellence and its employees who take pride and dedication in their work. In return, Milwaukee Valve offers an excellent benefit package, competitive wages, and promotional opportunities including Health, Dental, Life and Disability Insurance options, Flex Spending, 401K with employer match, tuition assistance, paid time off, and shift premiums. For more information please visit:Our HomepageJob Opportunities VideoModern Machining Centers Tour------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Summary: The CNC Set up II primary responsibilities will be to perform machine set up and machine operation of various CNC machines as needed. Such machines include HMC, VMC, HTL, VTL, Swiss Screw, Multi-Axis lathes, Transfer machines, Robots, etc.; they will possess the skills and abilities to carry out those responsibilities on primary assigned machines with no assistance and other machines with some assistance.The CNC Set up II will have the ability to determine work holding, tool selection and the capability to edit programs when needed. The individual will assist with the mentoring of others in machining and also have good organizational, math, communication, and computer skills. Other duties may be assigned.Personal hand tools and measuring instruments are required. (See list below)Qualifications: 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 help individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education and/or Experience:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
Minimum 3-year related machining experience, training or equivalent

Language Skills:Ability to read and interpret documents such as:
Safety policies and rules
Operating and maintenance instructions
Procedure manuals
Communicate effectively with others at all levels with proper etiquette


Reasoning Ability:
Thoroughly carry out instructions given in any form
Ability to deal effectively with problems and situations
Assist with determining causes of operating errors and deciding the best course of action
Learn cost profit analysis and how to determine a profitable outcome

Attendance:Is at work for scheduled hours
Soft Skills:
Responds to management's directions
Takes responsibility for own actions
Demonstrates a consistent performance in all aspects of their work
Keeps break periods to allotted times
Mentors and assist in training of employees
Proposes possible improvements
Adapts well to change
Ensures documentation of processes is complete and correct
Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them
Detects and reports defective equipment, materials and/or faulty operations to maintain a safe environment
Assist with identifying root causes and provides input for possible solutions
Accepts criticism and deals calmly and effectively with stressful situations
Communicates honestly, professionally, and respectfully with others and demonstrates effective listening skills
Work in a team environment and deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication styles

Machine Operation:Performs tasks correctly such as:
Loading and unloading of parts
Changes inserts / tooling
Adjusts wear offsets
Measures parts
Run jobs within quality and efficiency expectations
Maintains coolant level
Maintains lubrication oil
Greases fixtures
Washes down inside of machine
Cleans work area
Production documentation
Performs tool testing and documents results


Machine Set Up: (primary assigned machines)Performs tasks correctly such as:
Removal and installation of tools and fixtures
Perform tool setting and tool offsets
Transfer of machine programs to and from machine control
Follow program movements
Determining and establishing work offsets
Obtain first article
Ability to create general work holding (i.e., soft jaws)
Machine set up with no assistance
Involvement with selection of tooling
Capability to extensively edit programs
Indicating in of jaws, fixtures, tooling, etc...
Ability to generate simple programs
Ability to set-up and run jobs (including first time runs) within quality and efficiency expectations


Mathematical Skills:
Math ability such as:
Addition
Subtraction
Multiplication
Division
Geometry
Trigonometry


Calculations of such things as:
Speed (RPM / SFM)
Feed (IPM / IPR)
Chip Load
Angles
Ratios
Arc and Circles
Taper



Quality:
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Identify surface finishes are met
Measures parts correctly and ensures specifications are met
Visually inspect parts to specified standards
Ability to interpret data from the CMM and manual measurements and make adjustments to machining processes to achieve dimensional and visual compliance

Quantity:
Meets productivity standards
Completes work in allotted time
Strives to increase productivity
Identify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiency

Measuring Ability:Proper use of measuring instruments such as:
Caliper
Micrometer
Machinist scale
Functional gages
Height stand
Indicator
Surface roughness gage
Use of measuring instruments effectively to perform complex measurements and part layout
Perform first part inspection and in process inspections
Ability to use a CMM is a plus


Blueprints:
Is able to read blueprint dimensioning
Interpret blueprint information
Comprehension of information
Application of tolerances as defined
Knowledge and use of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)

Computer Use:
Ability to use a standard PC and MS software
Become proficient with essential elements of current ERP System
Become proficient with current databases

Safety:
Follows safety policies and procedures
Wears PPE
Reports potentially unsafe conditions and follows proper procedures for correction
Uses equipment and materials properly
Assists in the organization and maintaining the machine shop work environment

Security:Follows security policies and procedures
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
Constantly stand and walk throughout the workday
Frequently use hands and arms to reach, grasp, manipulate, handle, or feel material
Constant use hands and fingers to grasp, pinch, pull, feel, handle, and manipulate parts and tools
Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts
Occasional bending
Frequent lifting up to 40 lb. unassisted
Occasional lifting up to 70lbs unassisted


Work EnvironmentThe 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.
Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles
Constant exposure to louder noise levels


Definitions: Constant (5-8 hrs./shift) Frequent (2-5 hrs./shift) Occasional (Up to 2 hrs./shift)Tool List
Toolbox (roller cabinet)
Allen Wrenches (standard provided)
Brass Hammer (provided)
Square
Screw Drivers
Flashlight
Calculator
Scale
Wrenches
Pliers
1" Micrometer
6" Caliper
12" Caliper
1" Dial Indicator w/ mag base
Test Indicator(s)
Recommended
1-4" Micrometer set
Depth Micrometer set


Other tools may be needed to be successful and proficient in the position.