CNC Machine Operator Level III

CNC Machinist

Job Roles and Responsibilities:

• Run most CNC machining jobs across the shop floor with flexibility to operate different machines and production cells.
• Perform changeovers for similar jobs within a designated CNC production cell.
• Troubleshoot CNC machine problems and error conditions.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of G&M code and make basic code edits when required.
• Identify and correct tooling-related issues.
• Identify when tool offsets and work offsets are required and make adjustments independently.
• Perform rework operations on machined parts when necessary.
• Monitor machining processes to maintain production and quality requirements.
• Maintain tools, machines, and work areas in safe operating condition.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and compliant with shop-floor procedures.
• Follow job packets, material handling procedures, product identification requirements, and established production processes.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures.
• Support continuous improvement and maintain efficient and accurate machining performance.
• Perform other comparable machining and production duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Certifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior CNC machining experience preferred.
• Experience operating CNC production equipment.
• Ability to run multiple types of CNC jobs across the shop floor.
• Experience performing CNC job changeovers.
• Knowledge of CNC tooling and machining processes.
• Ability to troubleshoot CNC machine problems and errors.
• Basic understanding and editing experience with G&M code.
• Ability to independently identify and adjust tool offsets and work offsets.
• Experience performing CNC rework operations.
• Knowledge of gauges and tooling preferred.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining production and quality standards.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry materials up to 100 pounds with available hoists/forklifts.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform required bending, squatting, twisting, kneeling, and other physical activities.

Training / Technical Knowledge:

• Basic CNC Horizontal Machining Center training.
• Basic CNC Lathe training.
• Basic CNC Vertical Machining Center training.
• CNC troubleshooting procedures.
• Basic G&M code understanding and editing.
• Tool offset and work offset procedures.
• Quality records and procedures training.
• ISO 9001 quality policy and procedures.
• Job packet and material handling procedures.
• Shop floor procedures.
• Product identification procedures.
• Safety training and company policies.

Benefits:

• Benefits were not specifically listed in the provided job description.
• Four 10-hour shifts per week.
• Part-time and/or full-time opportunities.
• Additional hours may be required based on business needs.
• Dry, well-lit work environment.
• No extreme temperatures or known air-quality issues.