The CNC Operator will play a key role in a machining team, operating and programming a variety of CNC equipment including milling machines, lathes, multi-axis machines, lasers, and press brakes. This position focuses on precise machine setup, operation, troubleshooting, and quality inspection to ensure high standards in production during day shifts. The operator will use software and controls such as Fanuc, Siemens, Heidenhain, Mitsubishi, and specialized press brake and laser CNC control systems.
Responsibilities
- Set up CNC machines including milling, lathe, multi-axis, laser, and press brake equipment
- Program CNC machines using relevant control software for efficient and accurate operation
- Operate CNC machinery safely and efficiently during assigned day shifts
- Perform quality inspections to ensure parts meet specifications and tolerances
- Troubleshoot machine issues and perform minor maintenance as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in CNC operation
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Proficient in CNC programming and blueprint reading
- Skilled in precision measurement and machine maintenance
- Knowledge of safety procedures and problem-solving techniques
- Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity
- Effective time management skills
- Experience with CNC, brake press, and laser machinery
- CNC Operator
- CNC Machinist
- CNC Programmer
- CNC Setup Operator
- CNC Lathe Operator
- CNC Milling Operator
- Multi-Axis Machinist
- Precision Machinist
- Machine Operator (CNC)
- Manufacturing Technician
- CNC Milling Machines
- CNC Lathes
- Multi-Axis CNC Machines
- 3-Axis Machining
- 4-Axis Machining
- 5-Axis Machining
- CNC Laser Cutting Machines
- Laser CNC Systems
- CNC Press Brake
- Press Brake Operator
- Sheet Metal Fabrication
- Metal Forming Equipment
- Fanuc Controls
- Siemens CNC
- Heidenhain Controls
- Mitsubishi CNC
- CNC G-Code Programming
- M-Code Programming
- CNC Machine Programming
- CAM Software
- CAD/CAM
- Mastercam (if applicable)
- CNC Controller Setup
- Program Editing & Optimization
- CNC Setup
- Machine Setup & Calibration
- Blueprint Reading
- Technical Drawings
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
- Precision Measurement
- Calipers and Micrometers
- Quality Control Inspection
- Dimensional Inspection
- Tolerance Checking
- Tooling Setup
- Tool Offset Adjustment
- Machine Alignment
- Troubleshooting CNC Equipment
- Preventive Maintenance
- Manufacturing
- Precision Manufacturing
- Metal Fabrication
- Industrial Production
- Machining Operations
- Lean Manufacturing
- Production Efficiency
- Shop Floor Operations
- Job Shop Environment
- High-Volume Production
- Aerospace Manufacturing (if applicable)
- Automotive Manufacturing (if applicable)
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Safety Compliance
- OSHA Safety Standards
- Reliability
- Shift Work (Day Shift)
- Quality-Focused Mindset
- CNC setup and operation
- CNC programming and troubleshooting
- machine shop experience
- precision machining
- production machining
- CNC equipment operation
- technical machining skills
- manufacturing quality assurance
- blueprint interpretation
- dimensional accuracy