CNC Trainee

Participate in the CNC Training Program to learn machinist duties associated with production of components for pistols, revolvers and rifles. Operate computer numerical controlled machines to fabricate parts. If necessary, load parts into machine as well as cycle machines and detect malfunctions in machine operations such as worn or damaged cutting tools. Run production lots, communicate with co-workers regarding production runs, and maintain safe, organized and clean work environment.Once the training program is completed, trainees are expected to have achieved intermediate skills and be able to perform complex production work in the following areas: set-up, tech support, and CNC machining, following all prescribed methods and procedures. These skills will require performing and sharing goals as part of a participative work team, regardless of assigned shift.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Essential duties include the following - other duties may be assigned:Performing all general/intermediate machinist duties and responsibilitiesSetting-up CNC equipment by installing and adjusting three and four jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, and stock pushers; indicating vices; tramming fixturesLoading feed mechanism by lifting stock into positionVerifying settings by measuring positions, first-run parts, and sample work pieces including zero and reference points; setting tool registers, offsets, compensation, and conditional switches; adhering to international standards; manipulating and interpreting a variety of bench gauging (micrometers, calipers, pins, snap gauges, indicators, height gauges (micro-height, etc.) and adjusting CNC accordinglyMaintaining specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations; taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; sharpening and replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes; using a variety of both CNC tool holders and cutting toolsMaintaining safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulationsMaintaining equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairsMaintaining continuity among work shifts by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs; managing a co-worker (most positions have a loader/unloader as a helper); multi-tasking -- normal work load is operating 6-10 CNC machinesDocumenting actions by completing production and quality logsUpdating job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical publicationsAccomplishing organizational goals by accepting ownership, accomplishing new and different requests, exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishmentsPerforming other miscellaneous job duties and related functions as directed by Supervisor or other designated individual; problem solving in order to keep machines operatingBeing actively involved and willing to complete all training requirements to advance skills and proficienciesMonitoring and verifying quality in accordance with work instructions, statistical process or any other variances of control procedures prescribed for certifying or testing equipmentWorking with all floor supervisors and lead people, making every effort to maintain production schedules, and limiting waste, scrap, re-works or turn backsWorking with Quality Control personnel to maintain the highest quality productQUALIFICATIONS:Experience, Competencies and EducationHigh School/GED required; prefer Associate's degreeMust have and demonstrate excellent conceptual skills, process improvement, verbal communication, functional and technical skills, controls and instrumentation skills, supply management, tooling, coordination, inventory control, attention to detail, and judgmentMust have math skills equal to that used in a machining environmentLanguage SkillsMust have working command of the English languageMust be able to read, write and interpret the English languageMust be able to communicate in English verbally and in writing (basic verbal instructions, simple written memos and instructions)Computer SkillsBasic computer skills preferredTRAINING REQUIREMENTS:All machinists will be required to complete any assigned technical, administrative, EH&S, compliance/regulatory and interpersonal training programs to become a working team memberTo advance level of proficiencies and skills, machinists will be required to complete technical and core training requirements through traditional methods, online training and hands-on training, as prescribed by each supervisorPHYSICAL DEMANDS:Must be able to sit, stand, walk, climb, bend, stoop, push, pull, carry, reach, twistMust be able to lift up to 50 poundsPERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:Mandatory wearing of certified safety glasses and hearing protectionThe use of additional personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required when a job task(s) is being completed in or around your assigned department or in another department, this includes safety eyewear, hearing protection, and safety footwearAll employees are required to apply ergonomic correctness to all job tasksMay be required depending on position:Annual vision update in Medical DepartmentInvolvement in the hearing conservation programInvolvement in the lead surveillance programWearing of safety certified shoes/bootsParticipation in the stretching programWORK ENVIRONMENT:Within the Smith & Wesson manufacturing facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lightingWork environment is similar to most manufacturing operations. May be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, work in confined quarters, exposure to vibrations and shop lightingRevised 02/21/2022