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CNC Operator

Sterling Engineering
Cleveland, OH Contractor
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026
Location: Cleveland, Ohio

Hire Type: Contract to hire

Shift:

1st Shift Hours: Monday-Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Compensation: $20 an hour

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.

Must Have Skill Set (if applicable):

Overview:

The CNC Operator is responsible for writing, modifying, and troubleshooting CNC programs to produce precision steel parts while ensuring quality, accuracy, and efficient machine operation.

Job Duties:

  • Operates assigned CNC machines including Johnford, Rockford, and Voortman
  • Read / interpret drawings / part specifications and verify / adjust speeds and feeds for optimum machining
  • Make necessary offset changes to be within allowable tolerances
  • Change inserts
  • Verify conformance of part to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as, scales, calipers, micrometers and fixed gauges; Fill out inspection reports as required
  • Clean machined parts to ensure ready for assembly

Qualifications:

  • HS diploma or equivalent
  • CNC multi-axis training and experience preferred
  • Minimum 3 to 12 months CNC multi-axis machine operator experience preferred
  • Ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision
  • Must be able to read and write legibly and complete production reports with accuracy
  • Must be able to read and use tape measure

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 : $20

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