OVERVIEW

The CNC Machine Operator is responsible for assembling, repairing and fabricating metal parts by operating mechanical equipment. Assembles parts into sub-units or complete units. Uses blueprints and design sketches to ensure proper dimensions and tolerance levels of finished product. Familiar with standard concepts, practices and procedures within the machinist field. Familiar and proficient in machine setups on CNC lathes and mills. Can be assigned to any work station as required by product demand. Housekeeping, safety, organization and teamwork are essential values within the department. Works under immediate supervision.

Category: Hourly/Non-Exempt

Dept: Machine Shop

Reports to: Production Group Leader

Hours:7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, additional hours as needed.

· Set up CNC lathes and CNC mills

· QC parts using measurement devices while reading blueprints

· Runs machines and produces parts

· Must complete Forklift Certification through Sonny’s Enterprises.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Can use edge finder, zero machine and datum and can identify proper tools to run a job

· Familiar with calipers, micrometers and other measurement instruments to perform accurate measurements to part specifications

· Can set up and maintain machines

· Able to indicate vises

· Sets up fixtures and tools per job setup sheets on CNC mills, lathes

· Able to indicate a circle on a CNC mill

· Sets work piece and tool height offsets

· Must read blueprints and QC own parts, and will QC check parts produced by others

· Operates CNC mills, lathes, saws

· Deburrs parts with belt sander, drill press, or bench grinder

· Uses blueprints and design sketches to ensure proper dimensions and tolerance levels of finished product

· Assembles parts into sub-units or complete units as required

· Has authority to stop production when nonconforming parts are detected

· Follows safe manufacturing and material handling practices with adherence to PPE requirements

· Can follow written and verbal details to complete assignments

· Understands and adheres to company 5S standards

· Understands and adheres to employee handbook standards

· Can accurately record labor times and adhere to productivity standards

· Can compute, including addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of fractions and decimals

· Understands and demonstrates the 5 core behavioral expectations: Communicative, Motivated, Responsible, dependable, Inquisitive.

· Maintain a clean, organized and safe work environment

· Work with management team to communicate all problems or ideas for improvement

· Support continuous improvement programs

· Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

· Other duties as assigned

• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required. This is normally acquired through a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to potential issues.

• Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

• Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

• Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.

• Near Vision - The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

• Trunk Strength - The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.

• Arm-Hand Steadiness - The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.

• Control Precision - The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.

• Problem Sensitivity - The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

• Mechanical – knowledge of Machines & Tools.

• Finger Dexterity - The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects. Will require proper coordination, and motor skills to work with power/hand tools as needed.

• Communication Skills - The ability to effectively communicate, build a rapport and relate well to all kinds of people.

• Personal Accountability - A measure of the capacity to be answerable for personal actions. Accepts personal responsibility for the consequences of personal actions; avoids placing unnecessary blame on others.

• Teamwork - The ability to work effectively and productively with others. Behaves in a manner consistent with team values and mission & responds positively to feedback from team members and supervisor. Treats all people with respect, courtesy and consideration; respects differences in the attitudes and perspectives of others.

• Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.

• Safety - Practices safe work habits and encourages others to do the same. Identifies ways to improve the safety of the work environment. Knowledge of relevant policies and procedures to promote effective safety operations.

• Dependability-the individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance.

EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION / WORKING CONDITIONS / PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Experience & Education:

· Must have exposure to machining concepts and processes

· Must be able to pass a practical proficiency test

· Minimum of 1 year prior experience or vocational degree

· High School Diploma/GED required.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

· Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment.

· Must be able to work in non-climate controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air.

· Will require heavy work (lifting greater than 30 pounds). Ability to carry 50 lbs. for 100 feet unassisted.

· Machinery operation requires the use of safety PPE equipment to include but not limited to; eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, steel-toe shoes, and hardhats. Loose fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted

· Regularly required to stand or sit, and move about the facility. Ability to stand for 8 hours per day.

Sonny's Enterprises is the world's largest manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, parts, and supplies. We are the industry leader, recognized and awarded by the International Car Wash Association for innovating new technologies to advance the industry with products proudly designed and built in the USA. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We embrace change and the opportunity it produces to maximize the potential of our most valuable resource — our PEOPLE! We invite you to explore our opportunities and grow your career with us. 

We offer a 100% employer-paid medical plan for eligible employees. In addition, the Company provides employer-paid Short-Term Disability (STD) coverage. Employees and their eligible family members may also elect from a variety of voluntary, employee-paid benefit options, including additional medical plan choices, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), Long-Term Disability (LTD), life insurance, and a 401(k) plan with a Company matching contribution.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sonny’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.