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CNC Machine Operator

Chief Buildings
Rensselaer, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/10/2025 CLOSED ON 12/19/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Machine Operator position at Chief Buildings?

Chief Buildings is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to join the Chief team. In this role, you will set up, program (as required), and operate one or more CNC work centers to perform punching, shearing, or forming operations. You’ll play a key role in ensuring precision and efficiency in the fabrication process. To be successful in this position, you should have strong mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and experience working with CNC equipment in a manufacturing environment.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Set up, operate, and modify programs on CNC machines for punching, shearing, or forming operations.
  • Select and adjust machine tools, jigs, and fixtures; perform authorized maintenance as needed.
  • Fabricate parts to specification using engineering drawings and precision measuring tools.
  • Move materials using forklifts, hoists, overhead cranes, or manual handling.
  • Accurately complete production records and maintain inventory data integrity.

Education:

  • High School Diploma, or GED, preferred.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements:

  • Knowledge of metal fabrication operations and CNC methods, typically gained through technical education.
  • 1–3 years of related experience or equivalent training.
  • Proficiency with fractions and decimals.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

Shift:

  • 2nd Shift 4:30pm-3:00am

The Company:

Putting the needs of customers first has taken Chief Industries, Inc. from a small construction company in 1954, to a highly diverse company with a reputation for manufacturing quality products and offering unparalleled customer service. Through its many divisions and subsidiaries, Chief Industries employs over 1,400 skilled and dedicated employees who produce a wide variety of products, many of which are used around the world.

 

A brand of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of construction solutions for customers located throughout the United State since 1966. Specific applications include manufacturing, commercial, community and agricultural buildings. Each structure is designed to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Grand Island, Nebraska, Lancaster, South Carolina, and Rensselaer, Indiana.

Our Benefits:

This full-time position is eligible for full company benefits, including

  • Paid vacation/time off
  • 401(k) retirement plan plus company match
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Company-paid short-term disability benefits
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Financial wellness coaching
  • Employee assistance program
  • Paid holidays (8)
  • Employee discounts
  • Education assistance
  • And much more.

**Chief Industries Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the basis of equal employment opportunity for all and to providing employees and applicants with a work atmosphere free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on professional demand, job requirements and qualifications, without regard to color, race, family status, religion or belief, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the settings in which work is being completed. Chief Industries Inc. will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Chief Industries Inc. encourages all to apply for any available jobs. If you need additional assistance with the application process, please call 308-389-7200.**

 

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