Job Description
Job Description
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 $27.72.
- 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 :
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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. 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.
Education and / or Experience :
High school diploma or general education degree (GED)Minimum 3-year related machining experience, training or equivalentLanguage Skills :
Ability to read and interpret documents such as :Safety policies and rules
Operating and maintenance instructionsProcedure manualsCommunicate effectively with others at all levels with proper etiquetteReasoning Ability :
Thoroughly carry out instructions given in any formAbility to deal effectively with problems and situationsAssist with determining causes of operating errors and deciding the best course of actionLearn cost profit analysis and how to determine a profitable outcomeAttendance :
Is at work for scheduled hoursSoft Skills :
Responds to management’s directionsTakes responsibility for own actionsDemonstrates a consistent performance in all aspects of their workKeeps break periods to allotted timesMentors and assist in training of employeesProposes possible improvementsAdapts well to changeEnsures documentation of processes is complete and correctDevelop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain themDetects and reports defective equipment, materials and / or faulty operations to maintain a safe environmentAssist with identifying root causes and provides input for possible solutionsAccepts criticism and deals calmly and effectively with stressful situationsCommunicates honestly, professionally, and respectfully with others and demonstrates effective listening skillsWork in a team environment and deal with a wide variety of personalities and communication stylesMachine Operation :
Performs tasks correctly such as :Loading and unloading of parts
Changes inserts / toolingAdjusts wear offsetsMeasures partsRun jobs within quality and efficiency expectationsMaintains coolant levelMaintains lubrication oilGreases fixturesWashes down inside of machineCleans work areaProduction documentationPerforms tool testing and documents resultsMachine Set Up : (primary assigned machines)
Performs tasks correctly such as :Removal and installation of tools and fixtures
Perform tool setting and tool offsetsTransfer of machine programs to and from machine controlFollow program movementsDetermining and establishing work offsetsObtain first articleAbility to create general work holding (i.e., soft jaws)Machine set up with no assistanceInvolvement with selection of toolingCapability to extensively edit programsIndicating in of jaws, fixtures, tooling, etc...Ability to generate simple programsAbility to set-up and run jobs (including first time runs) within quality and efficiency expectationsMathematical Skills :
Math ability such as :Addition
SubtractionMultiplicationDivisionGeometryTrigonometryCalculations of such things as :Speed (RPM / SFM)
Feed (IPM / IPR)Chip LoadAnglesRatiosArc and CirclesTaperQuality :
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughnessIdentify surface finishes are metMeasures parts correctly and ensures specifications are metVisually inspect parts to specified standardsAbility to interpret data from the CMM and manual measurements and make adjustments to machining processes to achieve dimensional and visual complianceQuantity :
Meets productivity standardsCompletes work in allotted timeStrives to increase productivityIdentify opportunities for process improvement and increased efficiencyMeasuring Ability :
Proper use of measuring instruments such as :Caliper
MicrometerMachinist scaleFunctional gagesHeight standIndicatorSurface roughness gageUse of measuring instruments effectively to perform complex measurements and part layoutPerform first part inspection and in process inspectionsAbility to use a CMM is a plusBlueprints :
Is able to read blueprint dimensioningInterpret blueprint informationComprehension of informationApplication of tolerances as definedKnowledge and use of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)Computer Use :
Ability to use a standard PC and MS softwareBecome proficient with essential elements of current ERP SystemBecome proficient with current databasesSafety :
Follows safety policies and proceduresWears PPEReports potentially unsafe conditions and follows proper procedures for correctionUses equipment and materials properlyAssists in the organization and maintaining the machine shop work environmentSecurity :
Follows security policies and proceduresPhysical 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 functionsConstantly stand and walk throughout the workday
Frequently use hands and arms to reach, grasp, manipulate, handle, or feel materialConstant use hands and fingers to grasp, pinch, pull, feel, handle, and manipulate parts and toolsFrequently exposed to moving mechanical partsOccasional bendingFrequent lifting up to 40 lb. unassistedOccasional lifting up to 70lbs unassistedWork Environment
The 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 levelsDefinitions : 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)SquareScrew DriversFlashlightCalculatorScaleWrenchesPliers1” Micrometer6” Caliper12” Caliper1” Dial Indicator w / mag baseTest Indicator(s)Recommended1-4” Micrometer set
Depth Micrometer setOther tools may be needed to be successful and proficient in the position.