CNC Machine Operator I

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

CNC Machine Operators I must have a strong understanding of the machines they work with and are responsible for ensuring our company produces on-time quality parts for our customers. In-depth training may be required to prepare a Machine Operator for their daily duties. The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

•    Ability to start and stop the machine safely without supervision.

•    Ability to place unfinished parts and remove finished parts from machine safely.

•    Monitor machine operation.

•    Check part quality with designated measurement instruments. Understand when and how to stop machine safely. 

•    Assist in the maintenance, and repair of machinery. 

•    Operate tools and machinery to aid the manufacturing process. 

•    Perform periodic checks on equipment and troubleshoot issues as they arise.

•    Oversee the machine while executing tasks and make necessary adjustments to improve results.  

•    Produce quality parts according to manufacturing targets and schedules as directed by the Plant Manager. 

•    Record all machine actions and log completed parts for record keeping. 

•    Assume responsibility for ensuring the duties of this position are performed in a safe and efficient manner. 

•    Keep a clean and orderly work area. 

•    Perform other duties that may be assigned by the Plant Manager. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

•    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be willing to learn and improve to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. 

•    High school diploma or GED required. Adequate work experience may be substituted in lieu of diploma or GED. 

•    Willingness to follow written or oral work instructions and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time. 

PREFERRED SKILLS

•    Previous machine operating experience in a manufacturing facility. 

•    Familiarity of various manufacturing tools and machinery including but not limited to facers, lathes, CNC's, and other mechanical machinery.

•    Bilingual language skills in English and Spanish. 

•    Ability to work well with others, be organized and detail-oriented. 

•    Ability to lift heavy equipment, to bend, and to stand or walk for long periods of time. 

•    Willingness to work in shifts that may include early or late hours, weekends, or overtime if necessary. 

ADDITIONAL NOTES

•    Satisfactory pre-employment drug testing is required. 

•    All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

•    After 30 days of employment, employee is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, vision, sick pay, vacation accruals, and 401(k).