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CNC Operator

Chief Buildings
Lancaster, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/23/2026 CLOSED ON 2/22/2026

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

Chief Buildings is seeking an experienced CNC Operator to join the Chief team. This position sets up and operates one or more CNC work centers to punch, shear, or form products in accordance with required specifications.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Safety is a relentless journey at Chief Buildings. Candidates must follow proven safety practices, look out for teammates and seek improvements that will enhance our safety culture.
  • Set-up, operate, and make necessary program modifications on one or more CNC machine.
  • Select, install, and adjust proper machine tools, jigs, and fixtures for operations to be performed.
  • Fabricate parts per print specifications and work orders. Utilize precision measuring instruments to check tolerances and assure quality standards.
  • Perform authorized maintenance and adjusting of machine and machine tools.
  • Complete required production records and reports.

Education:

  • High School Diploma, or GED, preferred.

Qualifications and Skill Requirements:

  • Requires knowledge of metal fabrication operations and CNC methods generally gained through technical education and/or 1-3 years on the job experience.

Shift:

  • Night shift  7:30pm-6:00am

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 division of Chief Industries, Chief Buildings has designed and manufactured a wide variety of metal buildings including multi-story offices, churches and schools, as well as buildings for retail businesses and industrial use since 1966. Every building is customized to meet the needs of the customer. Chief Buildings are sold by authorized builders throughout the United States, and are manufactured in Nebraska, Indiana, and South Carolina.

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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