CNC Operator

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Technical training in CNC machining, manufacturing technology, or a related field is preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of CNC machining or manual machining experience.
• Experience operating CNC mills, CNC lathes, and other machining equipment in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of blueprint reading, GD&T, mechanical drawings, and machining specifications.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments, including calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, indicators, and CMM equipment.
• Knowledge of CNC programming, CAM software, tooling setup, and machine offsets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of machining processes.
• Experience with tooling selection, fixtures, clamps, shuttles, and production workholding systems.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
• Ability to troubleshoot machining, tooling, and quality issues.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and commitment to quality standards.
• Forklift experience and familiarity with manufacturing safety procedures are a plus.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the workday.
• Frequently use hands and fingers to operate machinery, measuring equipment, and hand tools.
• Ability to lift, move, and position materials and machined components safely.
• Visual acuity required to inspect parts, read blueprints, and verify measurements.
• Ability to work safely in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Job Duties

• Set up and operate CNC and manual machining equipment following documented setup instructions and production requirements.
• Install and adjust tooling, fixtures, clamps, and workholding devices to ensure accurate machining operations.
• Manufacture precision components according to blueprints, engineering drawings, and customer specifications.
• Perform first-piece, in-process, and final inspections using precision measuring equipment to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Complete production documentation, travelers, inspection records, and deviation reports accurately.
• Maintain daily production logs, machine settings, machining parameters, and quality records.
• Deburr finished parts using hand tools, grinders, and manual equipment as required.
• Perform routine maintenance and preventive maintenance activities to maximize machine performance and uptime.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all company safety policies and procedures.

Benefits