HIS CNC Operator - Trimmer

HIS CNC Operator Trimmer

Location: Elgin, Il

Salary: $28.30 per hour

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Summary

The operation of CNC trimming consists of trimming rubber packings to a specification’s sheet requirements which hold very tight tolerances. Operators will cut rubber packings to specified dimensions, perform product inspections and precise measurements using a multitude of different measuring devices from calipers, drop gauges and PI tape. Loading, creating, and adjusting programs and tools is necessary to meet the required customer specifications.

• (1) first shift position and (1) second shift position open. Training may occur on the first shift. Shift premium for second shift. This is a union position.

This position will report to the Shift Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

• Operate CNC Trimmer machine safely, accurately, and efficiently using Work Instructions.
• Load programs on machine, make necessary adjustments and trimmer calibrations
• Read, understand and follow job specific Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• Responsible for completing daily production logs, hourly loss reports, and product tracking in system
• Setting up and processing of all rubber packing seals and A-Lips
• Accurately measure with PI Tape, Calipers, and Drop Gauges.
• Wear required PPE: hearing protection, safety glasses, and steel toe shoes. Other areas may also have job-related PPE such as gloves and/or sleeves and will be provided.
• Maintain proper daily maintenance and housekeeping of machines using ‘Five S’ Lean concepts - sort, set in order, shine, standardize.
• Ability to Travel for 2 weeks at a time to Salt Lake City for initial training is a plus.

Required Skills/Abilities

• High Ethics, Empowerment, Openness and Teamwork
• Detail Oriented
• Organization Skills
• Reliable Attendance
• Understand how to read part measurements with Pi-Tape

Education And Experience

• School diploma/GED equivalent preferred; specialized training or certification a plus
• Must be able to read, understand, and communicate in the common language (English)
• Basic Computer and Math skills required.
• Previous experience in set up and operation of CNC machines beneficial

Physical Requirements

• Constant movement and standing for the duration of the shift.
• Able to sit, walk, bend, reach & pull, lift or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Able to use repetitive motion in hands, arms, and wrists
• Exposure to factory work environment
• Good visual and hearing acuity

What You’ll Love About SKF: Rest and Relaxation. Enjoy a generous vacation plan.

SKF Celebrates Diversity in the Workplace ! We actively develop ourselves and our teams to enable outstanding delivery. We trust the strength of diverse teams and encourage agile ways of working.

Health and Wellness Benefits. SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Many options for best in class medical and dental plans to fit your needs; a wellness plan that includes biometric screening and health risk assessment for you and your spouse and incentives for healthy living!

Invest in your Future. Employees are eligible to begin contributions to the 401k plan after one year of service. Employees can contribute 2% - 50% of their pre-tax earnings. SKF Cares! The four fundamental cornerstones of SKF Care - Business, Environment, Employees, and the Community are critical for us to sustain long-term success.

Much more! Growth opportunities, voluntary critical illness coverage, employee assistance program, life insurance, vehicle discount programs, mobile phone discounts, and with so many benefits to working for SKF, we could not name them all!

Reports to: Channel Manager, Seals/Production Supervisor-1st shift

Location: Elgin, Il

Job ID: 23024

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