Title: Swiss Machine Operator Job Summary: Swiss Machine Operator performs all tasks necessary to produce parts that meet all quality requirements of the department and job order documentation. This includes maintenance and inspection duties. Supervisory Responsibilities: None Duties/Responsibilities: • Verifies all shop order documentation matches the Job Order, Print, Setup and Offset Sheets. • Monitors the production of parts from all operating machines so they meet quality requirements. Identifies and corrects tool wear conditions. • Follows quality procedure and uses current method of measuring parts. • Works with the department programmer and/or supervisor on part and process development for continuous improvement and cost reductions. • Performs a thorough clean out of the machine at the end of the run to prevent material cross contamination. • Records any pertinent notes on the set-up sheet requiring investigation by the department programmer and/or supervisor for process or program modifications. • Maintains the machines for clean, safe operation by the machine operator. This includes fluid levels and concentrations where appropriate. • Keeps tooling and workstation area neat and orderly. • Performs any external set-up tasks available to minimize machine down time between set-ups. Additional Responsibilities: • Prepares additional rod stock utilizing the department lathe. • Cleaning of scrap turnings generated by the screw machines. • Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean work environment. • Responsible for notifying the department supervisor of any supply shortages, safety hazards, or machine related problems, requiring attention. • Performs sumping of equipment as required. • Assists in the cleaning and handling of parts at the ultrasonic cleaning system. • Maintain fluid levels in equipment for safe operation. Required Skills/Abilities: • Knowledge of safe operation of Screw machines including all key functions of the control panel. • Thorough understanding of machining process for the purpose of trouble shooting and correcting defects. • Ability to work on more than one machine simultaneously taking advantage of cycle time to do other functions. • Functional knowledge of MeasureLink. • Ability to perform dimensional measurements utilizing Shadowgraphs, Micrometers, Calipers, Pin Gages, and Depth Gages. • Thorough understanding of the shop order and QAP requirements. • Understanding of specific customer requirements by use of blueprints and item QAP's. • Ability to maintain all documentation requirements. • Knowledge of M2M functions as they pertain to inventory transactions and labor ticket entry. • Capable of making dependable judgement decisions of quality aspects not related to quantitative measurement. • Ability to communicate with and participate with team members. • Ability to modify or sharpen tooling as required. Education and Experience: • High school education • Blueprint reading. Understanding of Geometric Tolerance. • Good communication skills. • Prior machine operator experience strongly preferred Physical Requirements: • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. • Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times. • Must be able to access and navigate each department at the organization’s facilities.