CNC Setup Operator

Wakefield Thermal is part of the Heico Companies, and in aggregate, Heico’s businesses generate more than $3.2 billion in revenues. Wakefield Thermal is a global leader in innovative thermal management solutions for a diverse range of markets. Building on over four decades of leadership and experience, Wakefield Thermal designs, manufactures, and sells thermal management products that remove excess heat generated by electronic components.

Our Mission: Our businesses have made an all-encompassing commitment across all levels of the organization to never sacrifice safety. Deliver industry leading quality, and on-time delivery while providing an exceptional customer experience. Position ourselves as a leader in the industry through technological advancements and supply chain excellence. Promote a culture of success and excellence through accountability, collaboration, engagement, and shared belief in our vision.

Our flagship location in Nashua, NH offers modernized facilities and a welcoming and supportive work environment for our employees. Our on-site café offers employer-paid meal options and unlimited coffee to keep you fueled throughout the day. We also host regular employee engagement activities to foster a sense of community and collaboration among our team members.

SUMMARY:

Sets up computerized numerically controlled machine tools and related equipment for machining operations. Participates in problem solving activities and contributes to quality improvements. Operates machines when required.  Trains other department employees and provides performance assessment feedback to supervisor.   Takes initiative to stimulate team-based quality and productivity improvement activities, supporting the basis for continuous improvement.  Actively promotes teamwork atmosphere and supports team development.

DESCRIPTION:

• Works from drawings, blueprints, job layouts, or other written specifications, determines feeds, speeds, tooling and operational sequences.
• Set up and inspect first article part on any proven program and turn it in for Quality Assurance verification at an 80% approval rate.
• Change cutting tools and location of work pieces during machining process.
• Installs cutting tools and various work holding devices to handle the size of stock to be machined.
• Operates and adjusts machines until parts produced conform with specifications and time standards.
• Makes necessary adjustments to set-ups during course of operations to maintain accurate production.
• Responsible for completeness of secondary set ups.
• Detects and reports improper operation, faulty equipment, and unusual conditions.
• Detects and reports significant variances in job standards.
• Upon completion of “First Article of Verification” trains and monitors work of operator assigned to that machine.
• Run multiple plane operations.
• Using an air hose the employee cleans the parts.
• Run multiple CNC machines.
• Tolerances of +/- .005
• Works with highly cosmetic parts
• Performs secondary operations as defined by traveler, using various machines/tools such as files, drill presses and sanders.
• Assists operators on which dimensions to inspect, (proper tools and gauges).
• Basic programming
• Ensures quality of parts before forwarding them to next operation/process.
• Responsible for cleanliness of his/her own work area and the general housekeeping of the Company.
• Reports any unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Management/Maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• The ability to use micrometers, calipers, height gauges and dial indicators.
• 1 to 3 years CNC Set up experience.
• 1 to 3 years experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Mandatory 4th axis machining experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints a must.

BENEFITS:

Wakefield Thermal is proud to offer a wide range of competitive benefits to our employees, including:

• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as company paid short and long-term disability.
• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plans with company matching contributions.
• Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth and development through training programs and tuition reimbursement.
• Additional Perks: Company paid uniforms, reimbursement for PPE, incentive programs, employee engagement activities and more.