CNC Operator***24/hr

EDM Operator

This role involves setting up and operating EDM (electro-discharge machining) equipment to produce high-precision aerospace turbine engine components while maintaining strict quality and efficiency standards. You will load and set up parts, monitor production, perform detailed inspections, and ensure machines run safely and reliably on either conventional or 5-axis EDM equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate EDM machines, including conventional and 5-axis equipment, to produce precision turbine engine aerospace parts.
• Load and securely fixture parts in the machine, ensuring proper alignment and setup before starting production runs.
• Monitor machines during operation and inspect parts as orders run to verify they meet required specifications and tolerances.
• Perform quality inspections using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other measurement tools to confirm dimensional accuracy.
• Interpret and follow blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions to produce parts to exact specifications.
• Troubleshoot and correct issues with machine operation, part quality, or process defects to minimize scrap and downtime.
• Prepare and maintain production logs and traveler documents to accurately record machine operation, job details, and daily output.
• Set up and switch jobs as required, including changeovers and adjustments, with training and guidance provided as needed.
• Maintain daily production efficiency of more than 98% while upholding strict quality standards.
• Handle and protect high-value aerospace components with a strong focus on quality, accuracy, and scrap reduction.
• Work with various EDM technologies, including water-based, oil-based, and wire EDM systems, as required by the department.
• Use basic computer skills to access work instructions, enter production data, and support documentation requirements.
• Lift and move materials and parts weighing up to 50 pounds as part of routine job duties.
• Follow all safety procedures, including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE), and support a clean, organized work area.

Essential Skills

• Experience operating CNC or other metal machining equipment in a production or machine shop environment.
• Ability to set up and operate EDM machines or similar precision machining equipment, with training provided for specific systems.
• Proficiency using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other measurement devices for inspection.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and comfort working with complex machinery and tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, and work instructions.
• Basic computer skills to support production reporting and documentation.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and write English to complete documentation and follow written instructions.
• Capability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Comfort working in confined spaces and in a production environment with varying noise levels.
• Willingness and ability to comply with identification and work authorization requirements, including completion of required eligibility and compliance forms.
• Ability to consistently maintain high quality and efficiency standards in a fast-paced production setting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous EDM experience, including conventional, 5-axis, sinker EDM, or wire EDM operation.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing or working with aerospace components.
• Experience in CNC machining, including CNC mills and lathes, with familiarity in machine setup and changeovers.
• Knowledge of machining tolerances, axes, and precision machining practices.
• Familiarity with Haas, Mazak, or Fanuc-controlled machines.
• Experience with grinding, tooling, and G-code programming or editing.
• Comfort working with a high volume of EDM machines in a production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-focused mindset when working with high-value parts.

Why Work Here?

You will join a stable production environment that invests in employee well-being, growth, and long-term success. The organization offers comprehensive health benefits with access to multiple free health clinics, a 401(k) plan, paid time off, and holiday bonuses. You can take advantage of an on-site gym and tuition support for college programs that align with internal growth opportunities. The workplace embraces a family-friendly culture where family members can work together and where appreciation is shown through holiday gifts and recognition.

Work Environment

This position is based in a high-volume production facility equipped with more than 150 EDM machines, including custom-built systems based on Haas platforms. Most production areas are temperature-controlled to support both comfort and process stability. You will work around water-based, oil-based, and wire EDM equipment, producing high-value turbine engine aerospace components where precision and cleanliness are critical. The role requires frequent lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds and the ability to work in confined spaces. Noise levels can be loud at times, and you must consistently use required personal protective equipment (PPE). Work schedules include day shift (MondayThursday 7:00 a.m.5:30 p.m., Friday 7:00 a.m.3:30 p.m.) and night shift (MondayThursday 5:30 p.m.4:00 a.m., Friday 3:30 p.m.1:00 a.m.), depending on assignment, within a structured, safety-focused production environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Cincinnati, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cincinnati, OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.