CNC Machinist

Scope and Authority

The Machine Operator is responsible for carrying out various manufacturing procedures and handling numerous aspects of the work independently. If technical problems or errors occur, the Team Leader/Supervisor has to be contacted.

Main Tasks

• Participation in work discussion meetings
• Making sure the orders are complete
• Safe and certified operation of industrial equipment as needed
• Compliance with the health and safety, environmental regulations and standards as well as adhering to quality control regulations
• Operating the machine and tools based on the applicable process, operation, control, and safety instructions. All work is carried out in accordance with the designated techniques, taking into account the required productivity levels and the set quality standards
• Initiation of improvements within one’s own area of responsibility. This includes identifying misalignment in protocol and resources, giving feedback on manufacturability and reproducibility of machines and communicating any faults or deficiencies to the Team Leader / Supervisor.
• Collaboration with outside departments when needed
• Participate in other work activities adhering to the Team Leader / Supervior’s instructions

CNC Operator:

• Follow prescribed production procedures from the interpretation of work drawings, mounting of materials and turning and milling complex welded assemblies, and castings.
• Initiation of improvements within one’s own area of responsibility. This includes identifying operational difficulties, giving feedback on manufacturability and reproducibility of machines with Manufacturing Engineers and/or CNC Programmers and communicating any faults or deficiencies to the Team Leader / Supervisor
• Inspecting articles from prototype to release of production in collaboration with the CNC Programmer and Manufacturing Engineer

Skills and Abilities

• Working with people; enjoys being part of a team and works well with others
• Problem-solving; approaches difficulties with innovative insight and ability to apply technical expertise to work
• Result-driven to and focused on meeting customer expectations and fulfilling quality standards
• Punctuality; ability to keep to schedules, follow instructions, legal obligations and safety requirements
• Drive to set personal work goals and objectives and the enthusiasm to achieve these
• Lift up to 50 lbs. as required

Education, Knowledge, and Experience

CNC Operator:

• Secondary education in machining or a relevant technical field adhering to local legal requirements
• Either a combination of experience with 4 axis machining (minimum) and or mill turn machining centers
• Good understanding of verbal and written English as well as local language

• Ability to read technical drawings
• Experience with online and offline programming
• Ability to work in both metric and standard/imperial
• Prior experience with one or more of the following controls and or machine types: (Mazak, Siemens, Fanuc, Okuma, DMG,)
• Ability to both visually inspect and measure parts
• Use precision measuring equipment
• Ability to provide input during the initial development of machining processes
• Work to a predefined production list while maximizing thruput
• Experience in machining of various type of materials (Stainless Steel, Mild Steel, Aluminum, Castings, Plastics, Welded assemblies)
• Setup fixtures and tooling based on work instructions

Commitment to Global Safety

As a Marel employee you are expected to respect internal rules and actively contribute to the delivery of the corporate Safety policy and guidance to ensure Marel is a safe place to work.

Marel Vision and Values

In partnership with our customers we are transforming the way food is processed. Our vision is of a world where quality food is produced sustainably and affordably. Marel’s core values are: Unity, Innovation and Excellence.