CNC / MKNB Machine Operator 2nd Shift

About the Position

Dentsply Sirona, the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, is seeking a CNC / MKNB Machine Operator for the 2nd Shift in Johnson City, TN. This role involves setting up, operating, and maintaining grinding machines to produce fluted endodontic files.

Responsibilities

• Studies shop orders, DHRs, and work instructions to determine product specifications, tool requirements, and operational sequences.
• Sets and adjusts machine controls according to product specifications, utilizing knowledge of machine operation and gauging.
• Activates machine start-up switches to grind, lap, hone, debar, shear, or cut work pieces, according to specifications.
• Observes machine operations to detect any problems; make necessary machine adjustments to correct problems.
• Adjusts machine parameters using the machine touch screen interface.
• Inspects or measures endodontics files to determine conformance to required specifications, using measuring instruments such as gauges or comparators.
• Operates 6-8 CNC Machine Files New Beckhoff (MKNBs).
• Performs machine Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) at start-up.
• Selects machine tooling and changeover details to be used, utilizing knowledge of machine, production requirements, and process documentation.
• Mounts and positions grinding wheels and perform tooling changeovers using hand tools.
• Maintains housekeeping (5S and 6S).
• Depending on the needs of the company, the employee may be entrusted with and asked to perform other tasks related to his/her competence.

Requirements

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their design, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine to exact positioning.
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacturing and distribution of goods.
• The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong.
• Detail oriented and self-motivated.
• Works well under pressure, can multitask, and manage time effectively.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as procedural documents and safety instructions.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively and clearly communicate one-on-one and in small group settings.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Basic computer skills such as data entry, manufacturing software, email, and internet applications.

Physical Demand and Work Environment

• Daily routine will consist mostly of production work requiring light to medium physical activity.
• Constant (67-100%): Stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles.
• Vision Requirements: Close, distance, color peripheral; ability to adjust focus.
• Weight lifted: Up to 25 lbs seldom (with assistance); 10 lbs occasionally.
• The typical work environment is moderate noises (manufacturing machinery).
• Provided hearing protection when needed due to loud noises.
• Repetitive motion - provided breaks to do proper hand exercises.
• Potential feet/back strain from excessive standing and lifting - provided padded floor mats and breaks to do stretches.
• Provided safety glasses to be worn at all times in CNC cell.

We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Full menu of benefits including health (3 options), dental (provided), vision, life (provided) + extra life, short-term and long-term disability (provided), 401k (retirement) with company matching, 10 holidays, and paid time off.
• A $1.00 per hour shift differential.

About the Company

Dentsply Sirona is the world’s largest manufacturer of professional dental products and technologies, with over a century of innovation and service to the dental industry and patients worldwide. Dentsply Sirona develops, manufactures, and markets a comprehensive solutions offering including dental and oral health products as well as other consumable medical devices under a strong portfolio of world-class brands.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dentsply Sirona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without unlawful discrimination or regard for race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual or gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable local law.

Eligibility

All successful applicants must be eligible to work in the country the position is based.

Assistance

If you need assistance with completing the online application due to a disability, please send an accommodation request to [email protected].

Agencies

Please note that Dentsply Sirona does not accept or respond to unsolicited requests or applications submitted by Recruitment Agencies/ Search Firms.

Notice on Fraudulent Job Offers

Unfortunately, we are aware of third parties that pretend to represent our company offering unauthorized employment opportunities. If you think a fraudulent source is offering you a job, please have a look at the following information: careers.dentsplysirona.com.

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Nearest Major Market

Asheville

Nearest Secondary Market

Knoxville

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