CNC Operator

Job Summary

The CNC Operator willbe responsible for producing premium quality, high precision carbidecutting tools using specific tool grinding machines and programs. Facilitates andoperatesCNC machines by programming, setup,operating the CNC machine, inspecting tools for visibleflawsand correcting quality issues to ensure a consistent product.

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• Responsible for the setup and offsets as required.
• Ability to accurately read blueprints.
• Inspect tools for defects usingquality controltools.
• Responsible foraccurateprogramming and machine operation.
• Consistently evaluates the quality of the finished product coming off the CNC machine through visual inspection and the use of measurement tools.
• Communicates quality issues to programmers and/or General Managers.
• Check machinery on a daily basis to ensure functionality.
• Other duties assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1-2 years of CNC Operator experience is preferred.
• Certification from a qualified training institution in the field of machining is ideal but not required.
• Awell roundedknowledge of cutters, inserts and feeds/speeds is preferred but not required.
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Strong math skillsrequiredto perform day to day operations including the ability to convert metric to inch and decimal to fraction.
• Programming experience is preferred but not required.

• Develops skills to perform basic,repetitiveand manual activities in the job.
• Understandsowntasks and how they relate to others in the team.
• Uses existing procedures to perform straightforward tasks; has limited opportunity to solve problems.
• Requires basic communication skills and common courtesy.
• Use assigned methods,toolsand processes. Support sharing of best practices.

• Lightwork that includes bending into the machine, light lifting up to 20poundsand some repetitive motions.
• Prolonged periods of standing at a machine.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.