What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machinist - CNC Lathe & Mill position at Trinity Employment Specialists?
CNC Operator – Level 2
Schedule: Monday through Friday,7:00 AM-4:00 PM
Pay: $20 and up per hour, depending on experience
About the Role:
We are hiring Level 2 CNC Operators for the night shift in a precision manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for operators who can independently run CNC machines and produce quality parts but do not perform full machine setups or advanced troubleshooting. You’ll be responsible for keeping production moving, maintaining quality standards, and supporting overall shop output during the night shift.
What You’ll Do:
- Operate CNC mills and/or lathes to produce parts per work instructions
- Load and unload parts; start and monitor machine cycles
- Perform in-process quality checks using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Verify parts meet print 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 and follow all safety procedures
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous CNC machine operation experience (Level 2)
- Ability to read basic blueprints and follow work instructions
- Comfortable using precision measuring tools
- Strong attention to detail and quality
- Reliable attendance and ability to work independently on night shift
- Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs as needed
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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.
* Stack or load finished items, or place items on conveyor systems.
* Control coolant systems.
* Maintain machines and remove and replace broken or worn machine tools, using hand tools.
* Confer with supervisors or programmers to resolve machine malfunctions or production errors or to obtain approval to continue production.
* Implement changes to machine programs, and enter new specifications, using computers.
* Set up future jobs while machines are operating.
* Clean machines, tooling, or parts, using solvents or solutions and rags.
* Input initial part dimensions into machine control panels.
* Write simple programs for computer-controlled machine tools.
* Lay out and mark areas of parts to be shot peened and fill hoppers with shot.
* Examine electronic components for defects or completeness of laser-beam trimming, using microscopes.