CNC Operator - 1st Shift

CNC Operator

PrecisionX Group is a leading provider of precision metal components, serving critical industries such as aerospace & defense, medical devices, satellite & space, electric vehicles, mining, and semiconductors. By uniting the specialized expertise of GEM, Coining, National Manufacturing, Ditron, MSK Precision Products, and Hudson Technologies, we offer a comprehensive range of advanced manufacturing solutions. Our core capabilities include machining, deep drawing and progressive stamping, Swiss machining, micro stamping, and transfer press.

Our team consists of over 600 employees, located in CT, NJ, NY, and FL. With our collective expertise, our strong foundation in metal manufacturing techniques, and a relentless focus on quality and innovation, PrecisionX Group is committed to delivering superior products and services that meet the evolving needs of our customers.

The CNC Operator sets up and operates CNC machine tools to manufacture parts accurately and efficiently while maintaining tooling inventory, supporting quality standards, and working safely in the tool room environment.

Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday (5:00 AM - 3:30 PM)

Essential Functions

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each stated essential function, with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help qualified individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions.

Key Responsibilities

• CNC operation and machining support
• Analyze and interpret drawings and blueprints and plan machine setups with consideration for material type, tolerances, cutting tools, lubricants, coolants, and machine feeds.
• Use Mastercam and conversational programs to create forms, code parts for CNC use, and manufacture parts to required specifications.
• Use precision measuring and gauging tools during and after machining and determine standards for inspection of completed work and future repair needs.

Second Key Responsibilities

• Tool room support, safety, and teamwork
• Maintain inventory of CNC-related tools and supplies and keep the work area neat, orderly, and properly stocked.
• Observe plant safety rules, participate in tool design and process reviews, and communicate issues related to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and tooling.
• Participate as a member of the Tool Room Team, support best practices, attend team meetings, and contribute to organizational cohesiveness.

Non-essential Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as directed.
• Performs other duties as directed. Supports broader tool room and business objectives as needed.

Position Qualifications and Competency Statements

• Regard for safety – Ability to follow safety rules and processes and keeps own safety and the safety of others in the forefront of every action.
• Integrity – Ability to demonstrate consistency between words and actions. Follows through on commitments
• Attitude – Ability to maintain a positive mindset towards achieving success and eagerness and willingness to accept and meet challenges.
• Work Ethic – Ability to make decisions based upon ethical principles, considering how the choice will affect others
• Application of technical knowledge and skills – Ability to comprehend complex technical and specialized information.
• Achieving results and problem solving – Ability to collect and analyze information, problem-solve, and make recommendation for decisions.
• Client orientation – Ability to prioritize the client's needs first.
• Accountability – Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Time and Priority Management – Ability to utilize the available time to organize, prioritize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Communication – Ability to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing.
• High emotional intelligence – Ability to offers and accepts feedback with well-meaning intention. The ability to show empathy and encourage partnerships.
• Ability to Embrace Change – Ability to adapt and is flexible to changes in work.
• Innovative Thinking – Ability to demonstrates a positive attitude and is openness to new ideas and innovations

Skills and Abilities

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of CNC operator experience preferred. Previous stamping experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of CNC machine tools, Mastercam, blueprint reading, precision measuring, troubleshooting, and general manufacturing processes.
• Detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, and able to communicate effectively and work with little supervision.

Work Environment: This position involves working in a manufacturing environment that is adjacent to the shop work environment. The employee must be aware of potential hazards, including, but not limited to, working in close proximity to moving mechanical parts, operating vehicles, exposure to electrical current, high temperatures, and chemicals. It's important to maintain a high level of alertness and caution while performing tasks in this work environment.