Machine Operator

@ ABW Technologies, Inc.
ABW Technologies, Inc.abwtechnologies,inc..com

Machine Operator

Arlington, WA
Posted 1 day ago

About the job

Company specializes in manufacturing metal and non-metal parts. Role involves setting up and operating various machine tools, reading blueprints, and ensuring quality compliance.

Requirements

  • Blueprint reading skills
  • Machine setup experience
  • Tool operation knowledge
  • Attention to detail

Qualifications

  • High school diploma
  • Basic mechanical skills
  • Ability to read technical drawings

Full job description

Hiring Bonus: $1000 after successful completion of 120 days and an acceptable attendance record

Sets up and operates machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, boring machines, and grinders, to machine metallic and nonmetallic workpieces by performing the following duties:
  • Reads blueprint or job order for product specifications such as dimensions and tolerances, and tooling instructions such as fixtures, feed rates, cutting speeds, depth of cut, and determines sequence of operations
  • Selects, positions, and secures tool in toolholder (chuck, collet, or toolpost).
  • Positions and secures workpiece in holding device, machine table, chuck, centers, or fixtures
  • Moves controls to position tool and workpiece in relation to each other, and to set specified feeds, speeds, and depth of cut
  • Sets up fixture or feeding device, starts machine, and turns handwheel to feed tool to workpiece or vice versa, and engages feed
  • Turns valve handle to direct flow of coolant or cutting oil against tool and workpiece
  • Observes operation of machine and verifies conformance of machined workpiece to specifications
  • Operates bench grinder to sharpen tools
  • Sets up and operates machines and equipment other than machine tools such as welding machines and flame-cutting equipment
  • Other duties may be assigned
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