CNC Machinist Operator

Position Purpose

Produce small to medium size precision machined parts by operating computer numerical control (CNC) lathes, milling machines and bridgeports.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Loads, operates, cleans and maintains CNC machines and other shop equipment as directed.
• Assures that parts are made to specification to achieve customer satisfaction.
• Verifies settings by measuring specifications on work pieces.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, facing, knurling and thread chasing operations.
• Taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls.
• Maintain accurate quality records and documentation in accordance with regulatory and internal requirements.
• Responsible for following all established Vaupell policies, standard operating procedures and safety practices.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications/Requirements

• High School Diploma/(GED) and 1 year plus job specific experience.
• Basic mathematics (addition, subtraction, division, multiplication)
• Ability to prepare routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to read, speak, understand and follow instructions in English.
• Must be able to wear and properly use required personal protective equipment

Candidates must be a "US Person" (i.e. US Citizen or Permanent Resident) to ensure Vaupell's compliance with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) and EAR (Export Administration Regulations)

Environmental Condition

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and vibrations. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to occasionally loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


Physical Requirements

Required physical skills and abilities (see below)

• Frequent standing, walking, and active movement throughout the shift
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs regularly
• Frequent use of hands for grasping, handling, and operating equipment
• Strong hand-eye coordination and visual acuity (near/far vision, depth, and color perception)
• Occasional bending, reaching, and light pushing
• Minimal heavy lifting (over 25 lbs.) and limited climbing, kneeling, or crawling

Vaupell reserves the right to change, modify or add to the Essential Duties and Responsibilities of any position at any time.

Vaupell is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, belief and spirituality, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity/national origin, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran or disability status.


7:00 -3:30pm plus overtime as required