CNC Operator

Job Title: CNC Operator

Shift: 2nd & 3rd

Job Description

This role operates multiple CNC machines in a high-volume, precision manufacturing environment, focusing on producing quality components efficiently and safely. You will run primarily CNC lathes (Okuma) and may also operate mills, performing tool changes, basic adjustments, and inspections to ensure parts meet specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate 2–3 CNC machines, primarily lathes (Okuma) and possibly mills, in a high-volume production setting.
• Load and unload parts from CNC machines as needed to maintain continuous production flow.
• Position parts correctly within machine workholding to ensure accurate machining and part quality.
• Perform tool changes on the machines, typically managing 6–7 different pieces of tooling during production.
• Make process adjustments as needed to maintain productivity, dimensional accuracy, and overall part quality.
• Perform required in-process and final inspections of parts and accurately document and record inspection results according to requirements.
• Use inspection and measurement tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify part dimensions and quality.
• Read and interpret blueprints to understand part specifications and machining requirements.
• Perform tool changes, adjustments, tear downs, and setups as needed to support production.
• Support changeovers and setups to minimize downtime and improve production efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with team members and leadership to resolve quality or production issues.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, following all safety procedures and plant guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Previous CNC experience operating lathes and/or mills in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform tool changes, adjustments, tear downs, and basic setups on CNC machines.
• Experience with CNC machine operation on platforms such as Okuma, Fanuc, Haas, and Mazak (operation and familiarity).
• Ability to perform changeovers and support efficient production transitions between parts.
• Strong blueprint reading skills to interpret part specifications and machining requirements.
• Proficiency in using measurement tools including micrometers, calipers, and gauges for part inspection.
• Basic CNC inspection experience, including documenting and recording inspection results.
• Demonstrated interest in building a long-term career and expanding CNC skillset.
• High school diploma or GED.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with CNC mills as well as lathes.
• Experience with program edits on CNC controls (e.g., Fanuc, Haas, Okuma, Mazak).
• Prior experience in a high-volume, precision machining or automotive manufacturing environment.
• Ability to perform more advanced setups on CNC machines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Solid work history that reflects reliability and a desire for long-term growth.
• Willingness to work 2nd or 3rd shift and occasional overtime as needed.

Why Work Here?

You will join a small, modern facility where people know each other by name and support one another’s growth. The organization promotes from within and offers clear room for advancement, including opportunities to increase your pay rate through skill progression. Employees benefit from a plant-wide financial incentive program paid out quarterly, along with excellent medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage. A 401(k) with immediate company match, tuition reimbursement, vacation, and a yearly PPE allowance provide strong financial and professional support. The culture emphasizes work-life balance, with overtime typically voluntary except during very busy periods, and offers consistent shift premiums for 2nd and 3rd shift work.

Work Environment

This is a direct-hire role in a small, modern manufacturing facility with fewer than 200 employees. The plant operates three shifts on a Monday–Friday, five-day work schedule, with opportunities for overtime and shift premiums for 2nd (2:00 pm–10:00 pm) and 3rd (10:00 pm–6:00 am) shifts. The environment is clean and highly automated, with high-volume forging and machining operations focused on precision transmission and engine components. Employees work with CNC lathes and mills, including Okuma and other controls such as Fanuc, Haas, and Mazak, and regularly use precision measurement tools like micrometers and calipers. The atmosphere is described as a family environment where everyone knows everyone, supported by a plant-wide financial incentive program and a strong focus on work-life balance. Standard industrial attire and appropriate PPE are required, supported by an annual PPE allowance.

This is a Permanent position based out of Wooster, OH.

The pay range for this position is $41600.00 - $47840.00/yr.

- Direct Hire - PRMOTE FROM WITHIN, ROOM FOR GROWTH - $150 yearly PPE allowance - Small modern facility of under 200 employees - 3-shifts-- Monday-Friday- 5-day work schedule with opportunity to work overtime - Shift premiums ($1.50 for 2nd shift, $1.30 for 3rd) - Family environment - Plant-wide financial incentive program paid out quarterly - Work-life balance, typically OT is voluntary unless very busy - Clean environment with automated machines - Opportunity to increase pay rate through skilled progressions - Excellent medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision - 401K with immediate company match - Tuition Reimbursement

This is a fully onsite position in Wooster,OH.

This position is anticipated to close on May 13, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.