Machine Tool Cutting Operator/Tender jobs in Portland, OR

Essential Functions:

1. Operate a variety of machinery to fabricate component parts.
2. Perform routine set-ups and wheel changeovers on equipment to close tolerances.
3. Monitor output and proper operation of mechanical equipment. Makes mechanical and/or program adjustments to ensure parts are meeting quantity and quality requirements, as necessary.
4. Conduct tests and inspections of components and/or finished tools to evaluate quality or performance using attribute and variable gaging. Uses micrometers, calipers, and comparators.

Additional Functions:

1. Recognize need for process improvements, then take introductory steps toward plan or task.
2. Perform duties of Level 1 operator, as necessary.

Experience and Education:

1. High School diploma or GED preferred.
2. National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) is preferred.
3. Ability to operate a variety of machine tools and understand set-up instructions. Requires 1 year of related machine operation experience.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of level 1 operations in related work area.
5. Intermediate machine operation and mechanical knowledge including the ability to set up and change over various types of equipment required.
6. Basic knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and production systems preferred.
7. Ability to effectively utilize basic shop math skills required.
8. Ability to read, comprehend, speak and write English at a level to effectively utilize and interpret MSDS’s, work instructions, and technical manuals.
9. Intermediate inspection and measuring skills required, including knowledge of measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers and comparators.
10. Basic blueprint reading and computer skills required.
11. Demonstrated skills in rate control required.