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CNC Operator – Level 2 (Night Shift)
Pay: $20 /hour DOE
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 4:00 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Claremore, OK
CNC Operator – Level 2 (Night Shift) – Must-Have Requirements
- Previous CNC machine operation experience (Level 2 required)
- Ability to operate CNC mills and/or lathes independently
- Ability to read basic blueprints and follow work instructions
- Experience using precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
- Strong attention to detail and quality standards
- Reliable attendance and ability to work night shift independently
- Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
CNC Operator – Level 2 (Night Shift) – Position Summary
- Operate CNC machines to produce precision parts per work instructions
- Support night shift production by keeping machines running efficiently and safely
- Ensure parts meet blueprint specifications through in-process inspections
- Maintain consistent production output with a focus on quality and accuracy
CNC Operator – Level 2 (Night Shift) – Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Load and unload parts and operate CNC mills and/or lathes
- Start, monitor, and support machine cycles during production runs
- Perform in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Verify finished parts meet blueprint specifications and quality standards
- Change tools and offsets as directed (no full setups required)
- Maintain accurate production counts and basic documentation
- Keep work area clean, organized, and safe
- Follow all safety procedures and company standards
- Communicate production issues to supervisors when needed
- Perform additional duties as assigned
CNC Operator – Level 2 (Night Shift) – Additional Qualifications
- Experience in high-volume CNC production environments preferred
- Familiarity with tight-tolerance machining is a plus
- Basic mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability
- Manufacturing or machining background preferred
- Strong reliability and ability to work independently on night shift
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* Operate computer-controlled tools, machines, or robots to machine or process parts, tools, or other work pieces made of metal, plastic, wood, stone, or other materials. May also set up and maintain equipment.
* Measure dimensions of finished workpieces to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments, templates, and fixtures.
* Mount, install, align, and secure tools, attachments, fixtures, and workpieces on machines, using hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
* Stop machines to remove finished workpieces or to change tooling, setup, or workpiece placement, according to required machining sequences.
* Transfer commands from servers to computer numerical control (CNC) modules, using computer network links.
* Check to ensure that workpieces are properly lubricated and cooled during machine operation.
* Set up and operate computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on metal or plastic workpieces.
* Insert control instructions into machine control units to start operation.
* Review program specifications or blueprints to determine and set machine operations and sequencing, finished workpiece dimensions, or numerical control sequences.
* Listen to machines during operation to detect sounds such as those made by dull cutting tools or excessive vibration, and adjust machines to compensate for problems.
* Remove and replace dull cutting tools.
* Monitor machine operation and control panel displays, and compare readings to specifications to detect malfunctions.
* Enter commands or load control media, such as tapes, cards, or disks, into machine controllers to retrieve programmed instructions.
* Modify cutting programs to account for problems encountered during operation, and save modified programs.
* Calculate machine speed and feed ratios and the size and position of cuts.
* Adjust machine feed and speed, change cutting tools, or adjust machine controls when automatic programming is faulty or if machines malfunction.
* Lift workpieces to machines manually or with hoists or cranes.