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CNC Machine Operator
Position Summary
We are seeking a motivated and reliable CNC Machine Operator to join our team. The ideal candidate will operate CNC equipment to produce precision parts while maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate CNC machines performing boring, milling, drilling, reaming, tapping, and turning operations on various castings, steels, and alloys.
- Inspect parts and components during production runs to ensure compliance with close tolerances and rigid specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Safely and effectively operate the following machines and equipment:
- Okuma vertical and horizontal mills
- Okuma vertical and standard lathes with live tooling
- Broaching machines, drill presses, hydraulic presses, and balancers
- Use hand and power tools, including die grinders, angle grinders, drills, calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, height gauges, pin gauges, and other metrology equipment.
- Operate overhead cranes, jib cranes, forklifts, and drill presses.
- Operate additional equipment or machinery as required and introduced by management.
- Assist in production processes such as assembling, fitting, cutting, bending, and other manufacturing operations as needed.
- Read, interpret, and follow production drawings, blueprints, and procedures to ensure accurate part production.
- Perform additional duties and tasks as assigned by management.
Qualifications & Skills
- Mechanical aptitude is required.
- Ability to lift and maneuver parts or components weighing more than 75 lbs.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards.
- Entry-level candidates must demonstrate mechanical aptitude; prior CNC experience is preferred but not required.
- Experienced operators should have proven CNC machining skills across multiple machine types.
Job Details
- Job Type: Full-Time
- 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (5 eight-hour shifts)
- 2nd Shift: Monday–Thursday, 2:30 PM – 1:00 AM (4 ten-hour shifts)
Compensation
- Entry Level: $18 – $19 per hour (mechanical aptitude required)
- Experienced: Up to $25 per hour, based on skill set and experience
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- CNC: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $25