What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Operator position at Exalta Group?
EXALTA Group (formerly Resolve Surgical Technologies) is growing—and we’re looking for skilled and aspiring CNC Operators to join our high-tech medical device manufacturing team. From entry-level machinists to experienced operators, this is your opportunity to build a career in advanced manufacturing while making products that improve patient lives worldwide. Located on the shores of Lake Superior, our facility in Marquette offers the rare combination of cutting-edge manufacturing and unmatched outdoor lifestyle—from hiking and mountain biking to skiing, fishing, and exploring the Upper Peninsula.
Why Join EXALTA?
✔ Meaningful work – Manufacture precision components used in life-changing medical devices
✔ Career growth – Training, cross-training, and advancement opportunities with a well-defined career ladder
✔ 3 and 4-day work week options – More days off in a row to help employees enjoy our beautiful outdoors
✔ Modern manufacturing environment – High-precision machining, automation, and advanced processes
✔ Team culture – Supportive environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement
✔ Benefits – Robust benefits package, offering multiple medical plans, dental, visions, life and AD&D, optional legal/ID theft protection, pet insurance, and more!
Reports to: Operations Manager
Shifts: 2nd or Weekend shift, includes a $2.25/hour shift differential
- 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 4 PM - 2:30 PM
- Weekend Shift: Friday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:30 PM
POSITION SUMMARY:
CNC Operator – All Levels: represents an entry level position through an advanced level. The CNC Operator will continue to develop technical skills in their assigned areas, further their growth as team contributors, and begin using their experience and technical abilities to demonstrate leadership characteristics. The position requires hands-on experience and growing proficiency of EXALTA's most complicated processes. This position is critical in helping EXALTA maximize the number of patients served while maintaining a high level of quality and safety.
As a CNC Operator, you’ll help manufacture precision components used in advanced medical technology.
Your work may include:
- Operating CNC Milling, Swiss Turning, & Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM)
- Producing parts following engineering specifications
- Setting up fixtures, tools, and materials
- Inspecting finished parts for accuracy and quality
- Performing routine machine maintenance
- Maintaining a clean and safe manufacturing environment
- Collaborating with teammates to improve processes and quality
CNC Operator 1 - Entry Level
Great opportunity to start your machine career!
- Operates a limited number of machines
- Performs basic inspections
- Learn machining processes and quality standards
- Pay band: $18.80-$25.44/hour
Requirements for a Level 1:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Enrollment in or completion of the NMU CNC Certification program or 1 year of equivalent work experience preferred
CNC Operator 2: Intermediate
Build your technical skills and expand machine expertise.
- Operates multiple machine types
- Performs basic set-ups
- Interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
- Verify machining efficiency and part quality
- Assist in training and team support
- Pay band: $19.98-$27.03/hour
Requirements for a Level 2:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Enrollment in or completion of the NMU CNC Certification program or 2-5 years of equivalent work experience preferred
CNC Operator 3: Advanced
Set the example and help lead others on the manufacturing floor.
- Perform increasingly complex setups
- Operates multiple machines across departments
- Assist in training and mentoring teammates
- Pay band: $23.20-$34.80/hour
Requirements for a Level 3:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 5 years of CNC Machining or equivalent experience preferred
*This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the essential functions. *
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Technical Competencies
- CNC skills (shop math, print reading, locating prints)
- Intermediate mathematics (manipulating numbers, quantities, shapes, and spaces)
- Intermediate hand tools (safety and appropriately use hammers, screwdrivers, hacksaws, and other hand tools)
- Computer skills (Standard Works, following SOP’s, navigating One Drive/Sharepoint, Propel)
- Fundamental or basic understanding of geometric and dimensional tolerancing (GD&T)
- Basic to Advanced inspection techniques
- Basic to Advanced ERP knowledge/fundamentals (SAP, Epicor, or similar)
- Equipment selection and maintenance knowledge
- Beginning computer-aided manufacturing, level 3 only (beginning to understand computer-assisted design programs (e.g. CAD, CAM) and processes/machines (e.g. 5-axis machining, CNC machines, mills, and lathes)).
Behavioral & Basic Skill Competencies
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Strong active listening skills
- Ability to stay focused while performing repetitive tasks for long periods of time
- Ability to follow directions, learn, and adapt
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Team player with ability to work cooperatively with others
- Positive attitude
- Participation (willingness to learn and take on new challenges, grow with company, willingness to train)
- Mechanical aptitude
- Work Ethic and Punctuality (follow work schedule, work full duration of shift, and work overtime as needed)
- Ability to multitask and attention to detail
- Role model for others
- Peer to peer mentoring
- Strong demonstration of EXALTA’s Values, Mission, and Vision
- Safety and Quality mindset
EXALTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect every employee as an individual, and we hire and promote based on qualifications, performance, and potential - without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.
Salary : $19 - $35