1st Shift CNC Operator

Responsibilities Summary Ability to set up and operate CNC machinery to produce metallic parts to customer specifications. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Conduct pre‑operations inspections to ensure the machine is ready to be operated safely and efficiently. Read and execute daily production schedule as directed by supervisor. Measure, mark, and scribe dimensions and reference points on material or workpiece as guides for subsequent machining. Select, align, and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, and materials on machinery. Calculate and set controls to regulate machining factors such as speed, feed, coolant flow, and depth and angle of cut. Start and observe machine operation to detect malfunctions or out‑of‑tolerance machining and adjust machine controls or media as required, reporting problems to supervisor as necessary. Verify conformance of finished workpiece to specifications and stop production if any part is out of specification. Confer with Machine Shop Supervisor to resolve machining problems. Produce daily production reports, inspections and other reports as directed by supervisor. Understand and apply company procedures and work instructions. Maintain a safe and organized workstation and follow all company policies and safety procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Qualifications Basic Qualification High school diploma or equivalent GED. A minimum of three years of related experience. Minimum three years’ experience working with close tolerance practices of +/- .010 or less in a manufacturing environment. Understand how to read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished workpieces, sequence of operations, and setup requirements. Legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility required at time of hire. Visa sponsorship not available. Position subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), requiring U.S. person status. Language Skills Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; and effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees. Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rate, ratio, and percent; and draw and interpret bar graphs. Reasoning Ability Apply common sense to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demand Stand, walk quickly, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk and hear in a load and hot environment; frequently stoop, kneel, or crouch; climb onto equipment; occasionally sit; frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds; maintain close, distance, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus. Work Environment Expose to moving mechanical parts and extreme heat; occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, and vibration; loud noise level. Pay $22–29 per hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Location Rancho Plant 2 – Fontana, CA. Schedule 1st shift, 4am–12:30pm, Monday‑Friday. Equal Opportunity Employer Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr Howmet