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CNC Operator I

Airtech Vacuum
Rutherford, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025 CLOSED ON 12/16/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Operator I position at Airtech Vacuum?

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Summary

The CNC Operator I is an entry level position responsible for overseeing the basic CNC operation and inspection of machined parts. Duties include operating CNC lathes and milling machines, preparing and loading of parts and daily inspection and maintenance to ensure all quality requirements are met.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ensure parts are machined to meet production goals, including cycle time, quantity and quality.
  • Operate CNC lathes and milling machines.
  • Prepare and loads raw materials and parts onto CNC machines. Handle materials appropriately and safely.
  • Read and interpret basic blueprints and drawings.
  • Perform in-process inspection of machine parts to ensure manufacturing adherence to all quality regulations. Measure and check dimensions and tolerances using measuring devices, including (but not limited to) calipers, micrometers and gauges.
  • Perform daily maintenance on CNC machinery. Conduct routine inspection and replace worn-out tooling as needed.
  • Maintain a clean and safe workplace. Perform daily 6S activities to ensure organization and cleanliness of work area.
  • Perform necessary transactions in ERP system to maintain accurate inventory.
  • Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

  • High school diploma or GED or related experience and/or training: or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Basic understanding of CNC G-codes and M-codes
  • Basic skill in operating CNC machinery and tooling as well as precision measurement tools
  • Proficiency in basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals
  • Haas Controller Experience preferred
  • Quality assurance experience preferred

Qualifications

  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-focused environment
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be authorized to work in the US

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are represented of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
  • While performing duties of the job, employee is required to sit; stand; walk; use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Shop floor working environment
  • Required to wear safety glasses and shoes, and utilize other safety equipment as required while present on the production floor

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Total Rewards

The compensation range for this position is $35,800.00 - $53,600.00, depending on experience. This position may be eligible for performance based bonus plan.

Benefits Package

Our comprehensive U.S. benefit offerings include: Health benefits, 401(k) retirement savings program with company match, PTO, and more. More information on our benefits and rewards can be found on our career page: https://www.idexcorp.com/careers/our-benefits-and-rewards/

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer . IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at lfcareers@idexcorp.com for assistance with an accommodation. These contact tools may be used only by individuals with a disability for accommodation requests. Do not inquire as to the status of an application.

Job Family: Operations

Business Unit: Airtech

Salary : $35,800 - $53,600

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