TAIT Towers is the Market Leader in designing, constructing and delivering world-class solutions for live experiences.

Whether it’s creating awe-inspiring spectaculars, complex touring stages, theatre engineering solutions, brand activations or cruise ship installations, TAIT delivers world-class solutions for live experiences. With its proprietary entertainment automation platform, custom-made products, and creative engineering, TAIT’s cutting-edge offerings continue to advance industry standards and exceed client expectations. As a global network of over 900 employees in 14 office locations, TAIT has worked on projects in over 30 countries, all 7 continents and even outer space. TAIT’s diverse group of clients include Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, The Metropolitan Opera House, NASA, National Geographic, Beyoncé and The Olympics.

Position Purpose

The CNC Operator I produces finished parts and surfaces to specification from sheets of raw material including, but not limited to, wood, plastic, and aluminum by utilizing various brands of CNC routers. This position requires the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment that has changing demands throughout the course of the shift, so flexibility is essential.

**This is a second shift position with standard hours of Monday-Thursday 3:30 p.m - 2:00 a.m.. We offer a 10% shift differential for this shift. 

Essential Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams with limited assistance from others in department
• Identify, locate, and build all required tooling for production
• Set up CNC routers based upon input from programmers and others within department
• Evaluate the quality of materials, parts, and equipment before the manufacturing process is started. Report any concerns to management before continuing with project
• Transfer sheet goods onto in-feed tables, router tables, and out-feed tables
• Operate assigned machines based upon predetermined input by CNC programmers and/or higher-level machinists
• Load and unload machine tools once setup has been proven out
• Perform tool offsets
• Perform post processing work during CNC cycle time
• Utilize ERP for tracking purposes
• Conduct quality check at assignment completion. Report any concerns to management
• Delivered finished parts to designated areas
• Monitor tools for breakage and tool wear symptoms
• Perform basic/routine tool and machine maintenance
• Perform tasks to company standards to efficiently and effectively meet department goals
• Take initiative to improve methodology and find solutions to boost productivity
• Communicate with management
• Able to change priorities, per leader, as they change throughout a shift. Complete allocated work in a timely manner in the appropriate sequence
• Keep a clean, organized, and safe workspace, including tools and equipment
• Accurately capture all labor hours and material
• Ensure TAIT’s 5 standards of care are coordinated into all daily activities: Safety, Quality, Team, Schedule, and Cost
• Take ownership for decisions, actions, performance, and behavior
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required. Engage in training/development programs to enhance skills
• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company

Minimal Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school graduate, or 0-3 years of practical experience in machining, mechanics, construction, or manufacturing, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Basic knowledge of G-code and M-code
• Basic level knowledge and experience of CNC routers a plus
• Mechanical aptitude
• Math proficiency
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and diagrams
• Knowledge and experience using precision measuring instruments a plus
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) a plus
• Knowledge of Epicor, Slack, and/or Box a plus
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Capacity to work independently, and as a member of a small team
• Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to frequently walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel each day. Specific requirements are:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift or move 50 lbs.
• Must be able to carry 50 lbs.
• Must be able to pull or push 50 lbs.
• Must be able to reach overhead

Work conditions of the role are:

• Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes, safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, safety toe shoes, and other PPE as required by the location