What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Operator (2nd & 3rd Shifts) position at Linked Professional Services?
Job Title: CNC Operator
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site
Pay: $18
Shift Options
Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM with 15% shift premium
Midnight Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM with 15% shift premium
Job Summary
We are seeking CNC Operators for a contract-to-hire opportunity in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating CNC machining centers, supporting production goals, performing quality checks, completing production documentation, and assisting with machine set-up, tooling, and troubleshooting.
The ideal candidate will have CNC machining knowledge, manufacturing experience, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a production environment while maintaining safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate machinery in various CNC machining centers
- Set machine controls according to program requirements
- Install fixtures and prepare machines for production
- Support machine set-up, tooling repair, and troubleshooting within assigned cell area
- Perform preliminary first-piece checks and make tool adjustments as needed
- Adjust tools to maintain proper dimensions and overall part quality
- Manually position and remove tools as required
- Perform quality checks on production parts according to quality control standards
- Report quality defects or production concerns to the Team Leader or Supervisor
- Complete and update daily production paperwork, including production reports, PPLH, TAKT, and scrap reports
- Use SAP handheld scanners, calculators, printers, calipers, and other workplace tools
- Adapt and promote Lean Manufacturing principles
- Participate in Elimination of Waste Team meetings
- Support company goals, safety standards, and production objectives
- Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualifications
- CNC machine operation experience preferred
- Working CNC knowledge, including troubleshooting and machine adjustments
- Experience adjusting robot positions using a teach pendant preferred
- Automotive manufacturing experience preferred
- Ability to operate CNC equipment, control panels, and production machinery
- Computer skills required
- Experience using SAP handheld scanners, calipers, calculators, printers, and production tools preferred
- Working knowledge of IATF16949, ISO 14001, and Q1 compliance standards preferred
- Ability to perform quality checks and follow production procedures
- Ability to work independently and as part of a production team
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- 2 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing setting preferred
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for extended periods of time
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to bend, reach, lift, and move as needed throughout the shift
- Ability to work in a production environment with noise and machinery
- Must be able to work overtime as needed
Benefits Upon Hire (after contract)
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Prescription drug plan
- 401(k)
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Short-term disability
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health and wellness reimbursement
- Employee recognition programs
- Discount programs
- Additional incentive and ownership-related benefits may be available upon direct hire
Salary : $18