CNC Machining Operator

Position Summary

The CNC Machining Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and monitoring CNC machining equipment to produce quality parts that meet production and quality standards. This role supports manufacturing operations by ensuring safe work practices, accurate production, proper documentation, and continuous attention to quality, safety, and housekeeping.

Key Responsibilities

• Reading/understanding work instructions to determine job specifications, machine adjustments, and material requirements.
• Set up, operate, and monitor CNC machines to produce parts that meet quality and productions standards.
• Load and unload parts, monitor machining processes, and recognize unusual machine conditions.
• Performing and documenting regular standard operator maintenance of the equipment, tools set-up, programming activities, and troubleshooting and reporting issues, if any.
• Inspect parts at required intervals during setup and production using precision measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges.
• Produce defect free products in accordance with quality plans and work instructions.
• Able to follow directions (verbal and written), has a good work ethic, and dependable.
• Must be able to cross-train, learn additional machines, and assist in training others.
• Must be able to read and follow special instructions and follow critical parameters and work instructions.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Follow all safety guidelines, use required personal protective equipment (PPE), and report safety concerns immediately.
• Meet production schedules and work overtime or different shifts as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum 6 months of industrial manufacturing experience or equivalent military service.
• Vocational/technical high school or technical college coursework may be considered in lieu of industrial experience.
• One year of CNC machining experience and/or CNC certification preferred
• Previous motor experience preferred.
• Candidates must have a work authorization that would permit them to work in the United States.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and work instructions.
• Knowledge of CNC machining processes, tools, and procedures.
• Proficient with precision measuring instruments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and basic math skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and quality.
• Ability to work independently while functioning effectively in a team environment.
• Willing and able to work any shift.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive movements.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to wear required PPE.
• Ability to operate machinery and related equipment for extended periods.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with noise, temperature variation, and moving equipment

Additional information

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