CTS is a $550 million corporation that employs 4,000+ dedicated people. CTS designs and manufactures electronic components, actuators, and sensors to OEMs in the automotive, communications, medical, defense and aerospace, industrial, and computer markets. The company manufactures products in North America, Europe, and Asia. Founded in 1896 as Chicago Telephone Supply, CTS is headquartered in Lisle, IL.
Job / Position Summary
The Process Tech II / Machinst Technician II, under the direction of the Engineering Manager, will serve as the machining expert in the ceramics shaping area. The qualified candidate will have extensive experience in mechanical shaping equipment such as the setup programming and operation of CNC mills, various types of grinders and lapping equipment. The qualified candidate will be able to interpret customer drawing specifications and layout the ceramic machining processes to meet the requirement with the most efficient process approach. This position requires good interpersonal skills, the ability to train and interact with machine operators, area engineers and management on a regular basis.
The Process Tech II / Machinist Technician II has the ability to carry out all the responsibilities and have all the skills of a Machinist Technician. In addition, be able to set up characterization equipment, analyze and trouble shoot data, and give further instructions, both verbal and written.
Major Areas of Responsibility
- Follow all safety, quality procedures, work instructions, and maintain housekeeping in the work area.
- Using CAM software and internal or customer provided drawings, generate programs for milling a variety of customer parts, determining the suitable feeds and speeds, tooling, or fixtures appropriate for various part configurations, materials, and equipment. With the assistance of the engineer, design and machine fixture tooling as needed.
- Set up various 3 & 5 Axis CNC milling centers. Perform debugging and testing of CNC programs in the machining centers.
- Perform "first piece" inspections using standard measuring instruments to ensure part conformance to drawing requirements and make necessary adjustments to maintain conformance throughout the run.
- Work with process development team to review customer drawing requirements, and establish best process for quality and throughput.
- Support the shaping area through training of operators on new parts, updating programs and processes when needed, assisting operators when problems arise on the shop floor.
- Collect, input, report data in a rapid, efficient, and quality manner, identify issues and bring to management.
- Clearly, give work instructions both verbal and written including submitting written work instructions to document control database..
- Other related duties as directed by management.
Education and Experience
High School diploma or equivalent is required. Technical degree is a plus.Experience programming with CAM software or G code, experience with Haas, Okuma brand CNC mills is required.Demonstrated ability to use CAD software and Mastercam is a plus.3 years of Process Technician I experience either internal or equivalent external required.Strong knowledge of industrial machining processes and techniques.Reading, writing, and communicating in English.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret geometric dimensioning and tolerancingKnowledge of metrology tools such as micrometers, calipers, CMM, Vision measurement systems etc.Ability to analyze data results and troubleshoot issues and root cause.Excellent computer skills to include email, excel spreadsheet and word processing.Demonstrated ability to manage own workload.Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.Excellent interpersonal and technical communications skills and able to work independently and in team environment.Knowledge of statistical process control SPC tools a plusPhysical / Working Requirements
Some physical requirements include walking, lifting less than 25 lbs, and pushing carts with samples Extended periods of standing combined with sitting and walking.Must be able to go up and down steps.Required to lift product and tooling in to position in machinery and requires manual dexterity.Required to use measuring or other analytical tools requiring good near vision.Use of personal protective equipment (PPE).Exposure to moderate noise levels and use of chemicals.