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CNC Operator

$22 - $32 per hour

Lovejoy Curtis LLC

Your Career Begins at Timken


If you're ready for a challenging career that provides you with the ability to advance personally and professionally, look to Timken. Our associates make the world more productive by improving the efficiency and reliability of the machinery that keeps industry in motion.


Position Summary: We have 2nd and 3rd shift openings: 2nd shift hours 2:00 pm -10:30 pm and 3rd shift hours 9:30 pm-6:00 am. The CNC Operator is responsible for the setup and operation of one or more assigned multi-axis CNC machine tools to produce component parts in accordance to engineering drawings, internal sketches, or other specifications provided by engineering.

Essential Responsibilities:

  • Meeting production schedules and standard timeframes established for setup and cycle times.
  • Setup and operate a variety of CNC equipment to produce high precision coupling components using engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Performing and documenting in-process QA inspections.
  • Perform follow-up operations, such as deburring, marking, and cleaning parts as required.
  • Consistently maintain a clean and organized work area.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or GED is required.
  • 2 years CNC operator and set up experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
  • 95% of the time on feet and running multiple machines
  • Ability to lift up to 25lbs
  • Ability to lift over 50lbs with proper lifting devices.
  • Repetitive movement such as twisting/bending, hand gripping is required.
The pay range for this role is $22.00 - $32.00/hr and is commensurate on experience and education and could pay more or less than the posted range. This full-time position is eligible for paid time off, 401k, and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision.


This position may require access to United States export controlled technical data ("CTD") and hardware under the Departments of US State (ITAR) and/or Commerce (EAR). Eligible candidates are; US Citizens, Green Card holders, Asylees or others eligible to receive US export license authorizations. Candidate must be authorized to work in the US.

All qualified applicants shall be treated equally according to their individual qualifications, abilities, experiences and other employment standards. There will be no discrimination due to gender or gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Timken is a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion. Our expanding portfolio of next-generation solutions helps customers around the world improve efficiency, solve their toughest challenges, and push the boundaries of performance. We employ 19,000 people globally, operate from 45 countries, and posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2025.


We have been recognized as one of America's Most Responsible Companies 6x by Newsweek and one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® 15x by Ethisphere.

Why Choose Timken?
  • Over a century of knowledge and innovation
  • A culture of top performance
  • A global, diverse environment
  • Products that contribute to a sustainable world
  • A conviction to improve communities around us
  • Competitive salary and benefits



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