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CNC Machine Operator for Metal Parts

DES Employment Group
Davenport, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026

CNC / Conventional Machine Set-Up Operator


Location: Davenport, IA

Shift: 2nd or 3rd Shift

Pay: Based on experience

Type: Temp-to-Hire (3-month duration)


Benefits

  • PTO: Earned starting on day 1; eligible for use on day 60.
  • Health: Supplemental health care benefits provided.


Job Duties

  • Sets up, operates, and adjusts CNC and conventional machine tools.
  • Performs exacting tolerance setup procedures.
  • Prescribes operational sequences, tooling, and speeds.
  • Produces pilot workpieces for inspection to prove out setups.
  • Diagnoses machine or tooling malfunctions and makes corrective adjustments.
  • Trains operators on machines once setups are finalized.
  • Works from route sheets, part drawings, and specifications.
  • Utilizes precision measuring instruments (micrometers, calipers, scales).
  • Coordinates with cell coordinators, production scheduling, and engineering.
  • Maintains cleanliness of assigned machines and work areas.


Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum one (1) year in a production environment.
  • Technical Skills: Experience in CNC and conventional machine setup/operation.
  • Work History: Demonstrated longevity on resume.
  • Education: Knowledge of advanced shop math, formulas, and complicated drawings; equivalent to short-term trades training.
  • Pre-Employment: Must pass a drug test and background check.
  • Tools: Required to purchase personal “tools of the trade” as necessary.


Physical & Mental Demands

  • Physical: Medium effort; regularly working with average-weight material.
  • Stamina: Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift.
  • Mental/Visual: Continuous mental or visual attention for diversified operations.
  • Environment: Typical machine shop working conditions.


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