Machine Operator (CNC Trainee)

Kinze is currently seeking a Machine Operator to join our manufacturing team in Williamsburg, IA.Our Machine Operators efficiently produce machined parts by training and operating CNC Machining Centers and/or Lathes. In this position, you will perform part inspections and make machine offsets to ensure parts conform to engineering prints. This involves monitoring tool wear, fixtures, and components to ensure part efficiency and quality while adhering to all safety standards. Position Duties: Reads, interprets, and follows setup sheets, routers, and trigger cards.Properly and safely loads and unloads raw materials, castings, and weldments in CNC machineryReads and interprets blueprintsMonitor tool wear and replace or adjust offsets accordinglyComplete part documentation, including first-off/periodic/last-off inspection reports, stores tickets, paint tagsKeep an accurate count of conforming and non-conforming partsNotifies supervisor, leadman, or setup man of any non-conforming parts producedUse a variety of inspection equipment accurately to ensure part conformanceFollow inspection and housekeeping SOPsResponsible to work independently to diagnose and troubleshoot problems that arisePerforms all tasks in a safe and responsible mannerMaintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements and reporting any issues to supervisor, leadman or setup manMaintains continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions and irregularities