Machine Operator - Direct Labor Nights

Job Description

WAVE is currently looking for a night shift Machine (CNC) Operator.

Night Shift | Monday – Thursday

Four 10-hour shifts (8:00 PM – 6:00 AM)

• Understand and follow written and verbal work instructions.
• Set up equipment and lay out fabrication project from blueprints/technical drawings.
• Cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saw. Join material using adhesive and clamps.
• Measure components and finished project/product using a variety of measuring devices to ensure correct dimensions within required tolerances.
• Complete roll tooling changeovers using hand tools and maintain equipment, supplies and machinery safely.
• Troubleshoot machinery, material, saw, measuring equipment and tooling and make adjustments needed for successful completion of project.
• Visually inspect extrusions and check against blueprints/technical drawings and report defects.
• Participate in continuous improvement and LEAN manufacturing activities.
• Flexible/adaptable to assignment changes, will jump in when help is needed and learn new things.
• Maintain all work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition at all times.
• Perform all work in a safe manner; use proper lock‑out procedures during repairs or machine adjustments. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) and make certain that all safety equipment is in proper working order.
• Perform these and other related duties as assigned or directed.
• Actively participate in communication and WAVE culture.

• Safety – OSHA rate, compliance with regulations/policies, evidence of risk reduction, engagement in 8-Step Safety Process, near‑miss reporting.
• Quality – Customer claims, quarantined product, ability to recognize defects and implement corrective actions through visual inspection while machine is in operation.
• Productivity – Changeover time, PE%, downtime %, troubleshooting, CMMS activity, work orders.
• Communication – Shift handoff and line preparation, Gemba, kaizen event participation.

• High school diploma or GED.
• Preferred:
  Knowledge and experience of machinery in manufacturing environment or similar.
• Preferred:
  Experience with LEAN manufacturing, 6S, Six Sigma.
• Preferred:
  Experience in a fast‑paced, high‑performance manufacturing environment.
• Able to lift a maximum of 40 pounds.
• Able to stand 8‑10 hours per day at assigned work area.
• Background check required.

• Comprehensive benefits package:
  Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Vacation.
• Quarterly Profit Sharing.
• 401k Plan.

WAVE is an equal opportunity employer. It is our goal to ensure that hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation and discipline decisions are based on the job-related qualifications, abilities and performance of employees and applicants. The Company does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability or veteran status or any other reason prohibited by federal, state or local law.