Day CNC Milling Operator

Plainsman Mfg. Inc. is looking to hire multiple

**CNC Milling Operators for the day shift,** which is already located close to the Edmonton area.

• Hours: Monday-Friday; 7 am - 3:30 pm.
• Setup and operation of equipment that produces components for assembly, outside customers, or resale.
• We also have night shift & weekend shift job openings.

**Company Description**

• Plainsman Mfg. Inc. is a locally owned manufacturing and distribution company operating out of Edmonton, Alberta since 1966.
• We manufacture and distribute products for oilfield production, pipeline maintenance, construction, and gas and water distribution.
• We have an in-house engineering department and a full-service manufacturing facility that enables us to respond efficiently to customer and industry needs.

**responsibilities**

**Attendance - Punctuality**

• Always punch in/out on the time clock before shift start/end time.
• Always back at equipment promptly after breaks.

**Sick Time**:Not abusing the absenteeism policy.

**SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE**

**Measuring equipment**

• 100% knowledge of the use and operation of any measuring tool required to perform CNC operator duties (caliper, od/id micrometer, height gage, thread wires, thread gages, etc).
• Strive to learn all equipment on the OJT training checklist.

**Terminology**

• In-depth understanding of terms and language used in the manufacturing process.

**Machine Operation**

• Knowledge of tool geometry offsets and their function.
• Knowledge of machine controls and their function during operation.
• Knowledge of basic and efficient machine operation.
• Knowledge of insert sizes and naming conventions.
• Knowledge of basic machine maintenance protocols outlined in the policy.
• Ability to use basic machine shop toolings such as grinders, stampers, and deburring equipment.

**Machine Programming**

• Knowledge of g-code.
• Ability to program and set up simple parts.
• Ability to troubleshoot and improve upon existing programs.
• Knowledge of proper machining practices.
• Adherence to Plainsman programming procedures.
• Adherence to program saving and revision control procedures.

**Machine Setup**

• Knowledge of proper machine setup practices.
• Knowledge of machine tooling and its appropriate usage.
• Adherence to program setup sheet procedures.

**Quality of Work**

• Adherence to Plainsman Mfg quality standards and familiarity with the machining of parts to the required dimensions and keeping scrap rates to a minimum.
• Thoroughness and pride at ANY task assigned by the supervisor.

**Productivity**

• Filling orders promptly dictated by the WO routings and/or supervisors.
• Meeting deadlines assigned by superiors.
• Utilizing any spare time productively.
• Reliability.
• Completing tasks assigned by superiors in the allotted time.
• Following up on tasks semi-completed or in progress to ensure that they are being carried through to the end.

**Safety**

• Adhere to the safety program.

The above responsibilities are the basic expectations of any CNC operator, any actions above and beyond will be looked at favorably at review time.

**Secondary Responsibilities**

• The below tasks may be asked of any CNC operator to be performed as needed.
• They should also be looked at as going above and beyond the expectations outlined above, during spare time and will be looked upon favorably during reviews.
• Cleaning and deburring parts.
• Emptying chip bins, and disposing of waste/oil coolant appropriately.
• Stamping.
• Washing shop floors.
• 5S organizing.
• Assembly of components as needed.
• During busy periods assist Supervisor and/or manager in the operation of the shop.
• During periods of the Supervisor's absence take over some responsibilities of the operation of the shop.

**Skills or Experience Requirements**

• Knowledge of CNC programming and control operations.
• Knowledge of safe and effective CNC setup practices.
• Knowledge of machine tooling and its use.
• Minimum 3 years experience in CNC operations.
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Ability to read and write English.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Basic computer experience (Internet Explorer / Microsoft Word).
• Knowledge of imperial measurement system (inch/pound/feet).
• Knowledge of basic hand tools (hammer/wrench/screwdriver).
• Knowledge of basic power tools (drill/saw/grinder).

**Please no phone calls or drop-ins.