CNC Machine Operator I - Overnight, Weekend Day or Weekend Night

At Kelvion, our mission is to lead the industrial transformation by championing innovation and sustainability. From optimizing data centers and advancing hydrogen production to revolutionizing refrigeration and HVAC systems, our mission-critical thermal solutions empower industries around the globe. United as “One Kelvion,” our global team delivers innovative solutions that drive customer success and support a sustainable future. Kelvion – Together, We Shape the Future

The Role

Operate computer numerical control machines to fabricate parts. Loads parts in machine, cycles machine, detects malfunctions in machine operations such as worn or damaged cutting tools by performing the following duties.

What you will be responsible for:

• Set up and operate numerical control machines or machining centers to perform various machine functions such as cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, boring, and broaching of metallic and nonmetallic work pieces.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, planning sheets, sketches, and related technical data to determine tooling requirements, setup procedures, control settings, and machining methods and sequences.
• Mount, align, and secure tooling, attachments, and work piece on machine using overhead crane.
• Assemble cutting tools in tool holders and position tool holders in machine spindles as specified or inserts cutting tools in specified machine magazines.
• Load control media such as tape, card, or disk, in machine controller or enters commands to retrieve preprogrammed instructions from database.
• Capable of proper set up, interpretation and verification of correctness of program to be used on machine.
• Calculate and set machine controls to position spindle in relationship to work piece and to regulate factors such as cutting depth, speed, feed, and coolant flow.
• Manipulate controls and enter commands to index cutting tool to specified set point and to start machine.
• Ability to start machine and monitor displays and machine operation to detect malfunctions.
• Observe and listen to machine operation to detect malfunctions such as worn or damaged cutting tools.
• Adjust machine feed and speed and change cutters to machine parts according to specifications when automatic programming is faulty or machine malfunctions.
• Measure work piece for conformance to specifications.
• Stop machine to change cutting tools and setup according to required machining sequence or to measure parts for conformance to blueprint specifications.
• Enter commands or manually adjust machine controls to correct malfunctions or out-of-tolerance machining.
• Operate machine manually to perform functions when automatic programming is faulty or machine malfunctions as applicable.
• Notify supervisor of discrepancies. Discuss control media errors with supervisor or programming personnel to resolve problems.
• Maintains production record of parts and jobs fabricated as required by the Department Manager.
• Clean machine, tooling, and parts.
• Perform some machine maintenance.
• Regular attendance, ability to arrive at work punctually, ability to work on–site, ability to work overtime.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others, ability to deal respectfully with the public, customers, vendors, other employees, managers, and executive management.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks concurrently, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ability to interchange with others in the department.

COMPETENCY OR POSITION REQUIREMENTS (knowledge, skills, and abilities)

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, volume and to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Must be able to read and interpret tape measures, calipers and micrometers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (required levels)

• High School Diploma or General Education degree (GED) preferred.
• Minimum two years related experience or training.

What we offer YOU:

At Kelvion, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, Paid Time Off, and holidays. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.

At Kelvion we thrive on collaboration, embracing diversity of thought, and valuing every voice. Within Kelvion creativity shines because people are listened too, their contributions recognized, and their ideas welcomed. Our flexible approach to the way we work, places people’s health and satisfaction as a priority, enhancing engagement and fostering career opportunities. We empower engaged individuals to grow, progress and carve their own paths within the company.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.