CNC Operator Trainee

Operating Company: Nobel Biocare
Location: Mahwah,NJ,US
Date Posted: April 24, 2024
Req Number: R5019418

**Purpose**:
Operational responsibility for the equipment covering milling and/or additive manufacturing, finishing and detailing of restorative dental products, with the support of more experienced operators. This includes machine operation and cleaning, handling secondary equipment and related processes such as: "in-process" inspection utilizing manual and automated inspection equipment along with visual inspection using a microscope, batching and mixing of ceramic materials, and set up/preset tools when required.

**Accountabilities**:
Follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Standard Work (SW) to produce restorative dental products while maintaining machines at maximum production levels and adhering to safety standards.
- Install and adjust milling tools and change operation to different products according to defined Standard Operation Procedures (SOP).
- Observe machine operation to verify accuracy of machine settings and to detect malfunctions.
- Inspect and test work pieces throughout the production run. Perform visual and functional in-process Quality Control (QC) inspections in accordance with Quality and Product Specifications/Requirements. Utilizes various inspection equipment such as hand measuring tools and Zeiss Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM). Report results to more senior CNC operators/Quality Assurance, as needed.
- Perform daily, weekly & monthly maintenance of machines according to preventative maintenance plans and procedures to maintain equipment in optimal production condition. Escalates issues to next level of responsibility.
- Operate all secondary equipment as required within product line or manufacturing cell (Parts washer, microscope, batch ovens, Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), rotary tools, micrometer, press and mixer, etc.)
- Work as part of a team to improve manufacturing processes through Kaizen.
- Meets daily production objectives and on time delivery by completing tasks and inspections.
- Manage time effectively to keep machines operating at capacity
- Maintains safety policies and procedures, including 5S initiatives and housekeeping
- Assists with identifying safety hazards in the workplace and correct/remove or escalate to next level of responsibility for correction
- Attend and participate in Daily Management / Safety Committees / Training as required
- Other duties as assigned

**Job Requirements**:
**Knowledge, Skills, & Experience**:

- GED, High School diploma, or equivalent 2 years of work experience required. - Certificate courses on CNC programing and/or CAD/CAM preferred.
- Moderate knowledge of PC standard software (MS Office, Internet) required.
- Basic CNC programing code knowledge preferred
- Basic knowledge of tool holders, cutting tools, boring bars, fixtures, inserts and other accessories used on various machines.
- Knowledge and understanding of Quality Management System and ISO 9001 requirements
- Knowledge of safety and hazardous material regulations - OSHA General Industry Regulation Critical Skills/technical know-how: (what the role holder must be able to do)
- Ability to operate one type of machine to perform day to day activities - Understanding in blueprint reading/ geometric tolerance interpretation preferred
- Ability to check and identify defective tools.
- Ability to Independently load/unload, stock and change tools without assistance.
- Must be fluent in English, both oral communications and reading comprehension
- Punctual and willing to work in shifts according to the plant’s actual model to meet production demand.
- Must be willing to work overtime and company observed holidays depending on business demands.

**Critical Experience**:

- 1-2 years of experience in high precision production (die making) pharmaceutical production, medical device, aerospace or automotive industry preferred.

**Physical Demands**:

- 20/20 vision with or without aid
- Ability to lift 25 pounds
- Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend and reach for 8 hours during work time
- Must be able to see through and operate a microscope

**Critical Success Factors & Key Challenges**:

- Mindset to continually learn and progress toward higher skills and performance levels through on the job experience and training.
- Active participant in continuous improvement initiatives and activities within area of work.
- Must be adaptable to a changing work environment, competing demands and is able to deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events.
- High commitment to accuracy and precision, detail orientated.
- Team player, can work independently. Well organized and structured personality. Good communication skills.
- Sound analytical skills and reasoning ability.
- Critical to deeply understand the overall of the product or process when working on a specific task

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**Target Market Salary Range**:
$13.5