Machine Operator I
Mueller Water Products

This position is primarily responsible for operating a computer numerical control (CNC) lathe and mill machine; maintaining quality and safety standards; and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Essential Functions:

• Read blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).

• Sets-up mills and lathes by installing tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices

• Loads or feeds mechanism by lifting stock into position.

• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces.

• Maintains specifications by observing milling, drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread cutting operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.

• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.

• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions.

• Maintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs.

• Documents actions by completing production and quality logs.

Required:

• General math skills with the ability to understand measuring/measurement concepts and their applications.

• Familiarity with basic tools of measuring and when to use for inspection of parts.

• Must be organized, detail oriented.

• Ability to read and use micrometer and calipers.

• Standing for long periods of time and lifting up to 50lbs.

• Experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing type environment.

• Work Safely in the Manufacturing Production Environment.

• Follow detailed verbal / written assembly instructions, processes, and procedures.

• Read and understand work orders and assembly instructions.

• Prepare and assemble materials and parts in a manufacturing production environment.

• Move, process, and organize materials and manufactured products.

• Perform quality control checks and verification of work order specifications.

• Properly fill out basic forms, reports, and label products correctly.

• Communicates and works effectively with others.

• Report problems with quality, processes, equipment and materials to Supervisor.

• Maintains a clean and organized work area to facilitate manufacturing functions.

Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED.

• CNC Machining Certification preferred.

• Experience in G-Code and/or Conversational Programming preferred.

• Experience in CAD/CAM Nesting Software preferred.

• 3 or more years operating and S/U experience on CNC equipment.

• Experience in an industrial and/or manufacturing type environment.

• Experience with DMG Mori CNC machines and HAAS is a plus.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law.