CNC Operator

Job Description

Job Description

As part of the talented CNC team, you will operate machinery in our Fabrication Department. Successful candidates are team oriented with a continuous improvement mindset. We have openings on both first and second shift a 2nd shift position, Monday – Thursday from 2:00pm-12:30am. The first shift position is Monday-Friday 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Essential Functions:

• Running Machinery: Participates in the day-to-day operations of CNC mills, lathes, saws, and other fabrication equipment. Performs machine setups, product checks, and has the ability to make minor adjustments to machines to ensure continuous production.
• Training: Instructs team members on the operation of machinery with focuses on safety, quality, and delivery. Assists with maintaining training logs.
• Testing: Utilizing test equipment and control plans to test assembled products for safety, function, and compliance.
• Safety and Housekeeping: Responsible for the safety and cleanliness of work cells. Takes charge in 5s efforts. Inspect work cells throughout the shift and inform other team members of areas for improvement.
• Communication: Escalates issues in a timely manner. Works with team to diagnose and resolve technical issues. Work in team environment to achieve goals.
• Quality: Maintain high quality standards; continuously monitor your production quality; visually inspect or measure parts throughout the production run; set up all required gauges and checks; inspect parts throughout the shift and address quality issues with the appropriate personnel.
• Problem Solving: Report of any mechanical or system problems to maintenance and leadership. Work with Supervisors and Maintenance to assist in problem solving and resolutions on a daily basis.
• Relief: Performs work of Operator as schedule allows.
• Perform any other assigned duties as required throughout the day.
• Helps in other parts of Fabrication as-needed.

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• 2+ years of experience in CNC environment
• Experience with reading prints and measuring parts using various calibrated tools
• Ability to identify and diagnose common failures
• Ability to operate fabrication equipment
• Ability to use various measuring devices (micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, pin gauges)
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Communicate effectively both verbally and written
• Dedicated to the personal safety of everyone
• A positive, can-do attitude understanding they are representatives of the Company
• Teamwork and collaboration-oriented

Preferred Qualifications:

• Formal certification or training in CNC

Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily performed in a manufacturing or machine shop environment.
• The role typically involves standing and walking for extended periods
• Exposure to moderate to high noise levels, coolants, lubricants, and chemical odors is typical.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and safety footwear is required.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• CNC Operator: 3 years (Preferred)
• Precision measuring instruments: 1 year (Preferred)
• Calipers: 1 year (Preferred)
• Micrometer: 1 year (Preferred)
• depth gauges : 1 year (Preferred)