CNC Operator I - 1st Shift

About the Company: Founded in 2010 by Tom & Sarah Click, Patriot Industries is the only American Owned & Operated Family Business producing the full lines of Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Rigid Steel, and EMT Conduit Products and Fittings. The company has 3 Factories in North America...2 in Virginia, and 1 in Pasadena, TX. Patriot maintains inventory in 12 Locations throughout the USA and is aiming for significant growth in 2026. About the Role: You will be a member of the CNC Team in our Louisa, VA facility. Your daily responsibilities will include horizontal lathe setup and operation, with a meticulous focus on throughput and quality. As a CNC Machine Operator at Patriot, you will play a vital role in increasing efficiencies and growing our manufacturing operations. Minimum Qualifications: 2 years of experience (or combined education and experience) in a multiple machine, cellular CNC manufacturing environment. Understands/interprets CAD/CAM data, prints and sketches. Ability to select and load CNC programs required for the task. Ability to install cutting tools, with knowledge of all associated machine parameters. Experience working safely with steel, aluminum and stainless steel. Proficiency with the use of precision measuring tools (e.g. micrometers, calipers) to ensure finished parts meet or exceed fabrication standards. Monitors and maintains necessary coolant and machining fluid levels at all times. Performs quality inspections and secondary operations such as deburring. Exhibits mastery of basic shop math and metric conversions. Always a team player with excellent organizational and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience setting up horizontal machine centers and lathes. Vertical CNC machining experience a plus. Proficiency in performing machine setups. Knowledge of required machining speeds and feeds. Ability to analyze operations and advise on cycle time reductions and process improvements. Confidently inspect cutting tools for wear and perform needed adjustments or changes. Ability to interpret and work with solid modeling software. Provide cross-training for CNC team personnel when necessary. Sit-down and stand-up forklift experience, preferred. Benefits: Bonus Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Short-term disability, Long-term disability, Life insurance 401(k) retirement plan with match Paid Vacation, Sick, Holidays 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday