Machine Operator

Machine Operator – CNC

Base pay range
: $21.00/hr – $26.20/hr

Position type
: W2 employee (requires US Citizenship or Permanent Resident)

Responsibilities
:

• Operate equipment with CNC controllers.
• Set machine controls, measure and load tools, fixtures, programs, and operate machine.
• Load and unload parts onto machine and fixtures from pallets or containers.
• Use hand-tools, ratchets, air tools, or other devices to secure parts and fixtures.
• Machine parts to blueprint specifications.
• Check parts to quality specifications.
• Troubleshoot problems and recommend or take corrective actions.
• Use hoist, pallet jacks or forklift to move parts, material, containers and fixtures to and from storage areas.
• Complete paperwork for work orders, labor and time reporting, quality records and related reporting requirements.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Train others.
• Perform other duties as necessary and appropriate for this position.

Qualifications
:

• A minimum of 2 years CNC machine controlled equipment experience in a metal cutting/metal working manufacturing environment.
• Apply shop math, read and interpret blueprints, and calculate dimensions.
• Use gauges and measuring tools to determine the quality of a part.
• Physical requirements:
  
  reach up to 50 inches, lift 30 pounds, and apply 30 pounds of torque to ratchets to load and unload parts on machine.
• Understand work orders, machine controls and settings, fixtures and tool requirements, and make adjustments as needed.
• Adhere to safety policies, procedures and machine features.
• Operate hoist, pallet jack or forklift (certification test required, must step up 14 inches onto the forklift).
• Good analytical, problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Good time management and planning skills.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Seniority level
:
Entry level

Employment type
:
Contract

Job function
:
Management and Manufacturing

Industry
:
Defense and Space Manufacturing