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Headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, FN America is passionately committed to providing its customers with a portfolio of FN-branded products, training and support services that enhance user performance and safeguard their lives. For more information, visit us at or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.\nPosition Summary\nThe Machine Operator III performs changeovers, maintenance, and operates Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and/or conventional machines and equipment in the manufacturing of FN America components and products.\nJob Duties\nWorks from print drawings, instructions, and process documents, in the operation of assembly, conventional machines or CNC to run production components to the required specifications.\nPerforms a variety of inspection and gaging operations using hard gages, micro-hite, micrometers, calipers, and/or CMMs to ensure part quality to the documented quality requirements.\nPerforms offsets and tool changes with offset inputs to CNC machines and manual machines to produce conforming components and products into print specifications.\nOperates three to four machines following the sequence of operations for a product and change tools, grinding wheels, and endmills, drills.\nOperates one or more machines and part numbers simultaneously. \nOperates machines with three or more axes on computerized controls of CNC equipment. \nPerforms machine changeovers, changes fixtures, changes programs, and qualifies first piece for production with minimal assistance from Machine Technicians, using knowledge of CNC concepts, theories and terminology.\nMonitors tool life to ensure quality. \nOperates machining fixtures with multiple sequential loading stations. \nPerforms operator level maintenance on equipment at the documented level and frequency.\nEstablishes and maintains a safe, clean, and healthful working environment in accordance with OHSA requirements and company standards, to include proper use of machining best practices, proper housekeeping, machine safeguarding, and personal protective equipment.\nRecords necessary data and production values per the process requirements.\nAssists with the implementation of lean principles and methods, engages in activities that create a continuous improvement environment, sustains lean processes, suggests areas of improvement in safety, quality, cost, delivery, and actively supports lean, 5S, and value stream management initiatives.\nOther duties as assigned. \nEducation Requirements\nHigh school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.\nExperience Requirements\nTwo years experience in a machining environment utilizing vertical, horizontal, lathe CNC and/or conventional machines performing changeovers, tool and coordinate offsets, and tooling offsets is required.\nSkills and Competencies\nAll FN America employees are expected to demonstrate accountability, collaboration, effective communication, customer focus, and innovation. Additional requirements of this position include:\nAbility to operate three or more machines following the sequence of operations. \nDemonstrated knowledge of metal cutting machines (manual and CNC), tools, and inspection methods.\nAbility to use machining fixtures with multiple sequential loading stations. \nDemonstrated knowledge of print reading and dimensional tolerancing. \nVerbal and written communication skills. \nAbility to follow policies and procedures.\nBasic Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) knowledge.\nAbility to meet productivity standards, observe safety and security procedures, and adapt to changes in the work environment.\nAbility to work in a team environment and group problem solving situations. \nStrong attention to detail.\nFine motor, mechanical, and troubleshooting skills.\nLicenses/Certifications\nCNC Certification preferred.\nWorking Conditions\nTypical manufacturing environment with exposure to loud noises and dangerous chemicals and machinery. Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds unassisted.\nAll FN America employees have a responsibility to participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace and to comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others.\nEqual Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status.\nFN America, LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. 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