Milling Machine Operator

Job Description for a Helper cum Miller (Machine Shop)

Job Title:   Milling Operator

Department: Production / Machine Shop

Location: Eloquent Technology, Near Chethan Circle, Andrahahalli Main Road, Peenya 2nd stage

Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Summary

The Miller -MILLING OPERATOR is responsible for supporting machining operations in the machine shop and performing MACHINING activities. The role requires flexibility to assist operators and, on demand, operate milling, Turning,drilling, and tapping machines while ensuring quality and safety standards.

Job duties

Here are some of the main activities and tasks that Machining tool operators have to perform, and some of the physical demands they involve:

• Study job orders and interpret Drawings to determine machining operations to be performed
• Set up and operate Milling machine tools and Digital Readout (DRO) milling machine to perform repetitive machining operations, such as milling, drilling, boring, grinding or other machining operations
• Verify dimensions of parts machined using micrometers, callipers and other precision measuring instruments
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and machinery

·      Assist machine operators in day-to-day activities.

·      Perform material handling, job loading/unloading, deburring and cleaning.

·      Support tool and fixture handling.

·      Operate milling machines for basic operations (slotting, facing, keyways).

·      Perform drilling and tapping operations.

·      Understand basic engineering drawings.

·      Measure components using Vernier Caliper and basic instruments.

·      Maintain dimensional accuracy for basic machining.

·      Assist in setup and changeover activities.

·      Maintain 5S and safety standards.

·      Support machine cleaning and maintenance.

·      Maintain job records and assist in documentation.

Required Skills & Competencies

·      Basic knowledge of machining processes.

·      Ability to handle both helper and operator roles.

·      Understanding of basic drawings.

·      Familiarity with measuring instruments.

·      Basic knowledge of cutting tools.

·      Good physical stamina and safety awareness.

Qualification

·      ITI (Fitter / Machinist / Turner / Welder) or equivalent

Experience Requirement

·      Fresher / 1–2 Years: Helper / Trainee

·      2–4 Years: Helper cum Operator

·      4+ Years: Skilled Multi-machine Operator

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

·      Support efficiency

·      Accuracy in machining

·      Productivity

·      Rejection rate

·      Safety compliance

Working Conditions

·      Shop-floor environment

·      Physical work involved

·      Exposure to noise and coolant

·      PPE mandatory

Preferred Industry Background

·      Machine Shop

·      General Engineering

·      Automotive Components

Tool room,

Special purpose machines