Precision CNC HMC Operator — Production Run Setups

Role Snapshot

• Impact:
  Keep multiple CNC machines running efficiently while meeting quality, safety, and throughput targets.
• Focus:
  Horizontal machining center setups, tool adjustments, and in-process verification.
• Shift: 2nd shift operation for steady production cadence.

• Configure, set up, and operate CNC horizontal machining centers for production runs.
• Stage and exchange fixtures, work holding devices, tools, and programs per job router.
• Optimize offsets and cutting tools and perform necessary adjustments to sustain tolerances.
• Follow standard work, record run data, and communicate deviations promptly.
• Measure parts using calipers, micrometers, and gauges; interpret readings to maintain specifications.
• Practice safe operations and perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Support additional tasks assigned by leadership.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Technical/vocational coursework in machining, manufacturing, or CNC preferred.
• NIMS or related CNC certification is advantageous.

• 1–3 years operating CNC equipment; horizontal machining center experience preferred.
• Background in setups, tooling changes, and reading/interpreting CNC programs.
• Comfort with precision inspection tools for dimensional checks.

• Blueprint and technical drawing literacy; able to follow work instructions.
• Competent mathematics and mechanical reasoning.
• Familiarity with machine maintenance and typical troubleshooting.
• Computer-literate for program loading and production data entry.

• Quality‑mindful with strong attention to detail.
• Committed to safe work practices.
• Manual dexterity and physical stamina for handling parts and tooling.
• Resourceful problem solver for machine/tooling issues.

• Equipment troubleshooting
• CNC tooling
• Troubleshooting skills
• CNC machine setup & changeover
• Machine setups for production runs
• Manual machining skills

• The majority of the time will be inside conditions with protection from weather conditions, but not necessarily from temperature changes. Some work is achieved near open bays with no control over weather conditions.
• There are periodic high noise levels and vibration associated with this job. Sources include: engine noise, air compressors, air-powered equipment, and other shop noises. Also there is possibly sufficient noise, either constant or intermittent to cause possible hearing loss.
• There are a variety of physical hazards in which there is danger to life, health, or bodily injury, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving equipment, heavy parts, electrical shock, compressed air and exposure to chemicals.
• Machines, tools, equipment, and work aids which may be representative, but not all inclusive, of those commonly associated with this type of work.
• Air power tools, electric drill, drill press, grinders (both hand and bench), wrenches, torches, welders, a variety of hand tools, mills, and electric cords.

• Must be able to exert up to 75 lbs. of force occasionally (5 times per day) and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently (50 times per day) and up to 25 lbs. of force on a regular basis through the day, depending on work-related circumstances.
• Must be able to lift objects from floor to above shoulder level. Must be able to move objects/parts/tools and equipment from one area to another and one level to another level.
• This position includes the following physical demands:
• Reaching – extending and pulling the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction while working with various tools as mentioned before.
• Handling – seizing, holding, grasping, turning, pulling, or otherwise working with hands and arms.
• Pulling – using arms in such a way as pulling of tools, wrenches, parts, and equipment to complete the job.
• Fingering – picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers primarily (rather than with whole hand or arm as in handling).
• Feeling – being able to determine objects such as size, shape, temperature or texture by means of receptors in skin, particularly those of fingertips.