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OverviewJoin The Gund Company, where you will find friends who will support and challenge you to crush goals that provide amazing growth opportunities. We are in the business of electrical insulation manufacturing, but we really pride ourselves in just being a group of fun, driven, problem solvers who LOVE what we doThe Gund Company: Take Care of Each Other, Take Care of the Customer and Take Care of the BusinessJob SummaryImplement the Production Fulfillment Process steps related to the fabrication of parts according to work order and customer requirements. Ensures machinery is set up, works properly, and conforms with (and can produce materials that conform with) company quality, quantity, and efficiency standards. Third of Four levels of CNC machining center operator. Setups involve familiarity with and understanding of program formats involving combinations of operations such as profile and contour milling, boring, recessing, turning, drilling, threading, etc., to the capacity of the machine and control factor. Operates numerically controlled machine tools to perform a complex series of progressive machining operations on a diversified line of work to close and exacting tolerances and finish specifications requiring a high degree of skill. May check parts for conformance to specifications and run and set up more than one unit simultaneously.Essential Job FunctionsOperate multiple types of fabrication equipment:Set-up and operate CNC machining centers in multiple cells that include but are not limited to mills, lathes, presses, routers etc.Set up and operate various types of machine tools and perform progressive machining operations for parts, tools and machines with close to exacting tolerancesPerform advanced setup operationsAdjust and check out programmingSet up machines for and instruct other operatorsWork with team leads and management personnel to lead teams and projects of varying scope and work cellsPlaces and secures work pieces in proper machine table, holding device, or other appropriate surface using clamps and wrenches.Load, operate and manufacture a variety of parts using CNC machining centers to make custom parts according to customer orders and instructionsFollow written instructions from internal and external customers and interpret basic to intermediate blueprint specificationsPerform work independently with minimal defectsBasic recognition of tooling and procedures within established tolerances Complete work order paperwork Checks parts for conformance to customer specifications.Maintain count and perform packaging duties as requiredParticipate in cross training activities to become knowledgeable of equipment/process within the departmentPerform routine daily machine maintenance including cleaning up and lubricationMaintain a clean and organized work areaProvide guidance, feedback and positive behavior modeling The Gund Company culture of care:Determine if tools are undamaged and in safe condition for use Make suggestions to improve production and order processing efficiencyAssist with training other team membersFollow safety rules and quality standardsModel ethical and moral behavior consistent with the values and ideals supported by The Gund Company RequirementsQualifications and CompetenciesRequires a broad knowledge of machining techniques and familiarity with computer numerically controlled machine tool operating procedures. Communicate with supervisor on work order priorityOpen to change due to emergency orders or fabrication of partsBasic to intermediate math skills and/or aptitudesAbility to use basic measuring instrumentsExcellent problem solving skillsMust be able to work overtime as neededEducation and ExperienceTypically requires 5+ years of combined formal training and experience, or equivalent. A High School Diploma or GED with prior hands on, vocational or job-related course work/training, or any similar combination of education and experience is required. Prior experience in a manufacturing industry is preferredPhysical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is may be required to sit and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.Work EnvironmentThe work environment is typical of most shop environments; not climate controlled and subject to outdoor weather conditions. Team members are exposed to sounds and noise levels that are distracting.Frequent exposure to fumes/dust particles; may require use of respirators or other types of PPE.May come in contact with toxic or caustic chemicals.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.Why Join Us?Our employees have a vested interest in our Company's success. The Gund Company is 30% employee-owned through our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Shares are awarded each year based on a calculation that takes into consideration our Company's financial profitability, employee tenure, and earnings. There is no out-of-pocket investment requiredIn addition, our employees enjoy:A safe and healthy work environmentCompetitive wagesComprehensive, cost-effective employee benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability401(k) retirement savings program with a 50% employer match up to 6% of contributionsRegular employee feedback through our IDP (Individual Development Plan)According to the Gallup Q12 employee survey method, The Gund Company is ranked "world-class" regarding employee engagement. Please review our current career opportunities and consider applying today We are always accepting applications for new talent to join our organization.EEO Statement: It is the policy of The Gund Company to recruit, hire, train, and promote employees without discriminating based on race, gender, age, religion, national origin, veteran status, sexual preference, or disability.Sample Titles: CNC Operator III, Operator IIISample Equipment: (CNC milling, turning and//or axis centers, routers, punch presses, shears, saws etc) HR use onlyLast Revised: 11/2019