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CNC Operator

Sterling Engineering
Sherman, TX Contractor
POSTED ON 7/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/4/2026
Title: CNC Operator

Location: Sherman, TX

Hire Type: Contract to Hire

Shift: Sun-Thur, 6pm-6am OR Fri-Sun, 4am-4:30pm

Hourly Rate: up to $25.00 depending on experience plus shift differential

Benefits: As a contract employee of Sterling, you are eligible to receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, 3 medical plans to choose from, dental & vision plans, 401(k), and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.

Summary: Support manufacturing operations by creating, editing, and troubleshooting CNC programs while operating a variety of CNC equipment. This role is responsible for producing quality parts, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safe and efficient production.

Job Duties:

  • Create, modify, and troubleshoot CNC programs to support production requirements
  • Set up and operate CNC equipment including mills, lathes, grinders, routers, and other machining equipment
  • Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, and specifications
  • Monitor machine performance and inspect finished parts to ensure quality standards are met
  • Perform routine equipment maintenance and submit repair requests when needed
  • Maintain accurate production records and communicate issues to supervisors or team leads
  • Identify and report defective materials, equipment concerns, or process issues
  • Keep equipment and work areas clean while following all safety procedures
  • Support other departments and production activities as needed

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Experience operating CNC machinery in a manufacturing environment
  • Ability to use hand tools, pneumatic tools, and overhead cranes
  • Basic computer and math skills
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting abilities

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Salary : $25

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