Cnc Operator

CNC Machine Operator

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate EDM (electro-discharge) machines, including conventional and 5-axis EDM equipment, to produce precision machined parts.
• Load and set up parts in the machine according to job specifications and production schedules.
• Inspect parts for quality while orders are running to ensure they meet required tolerances and specifications.
• Perform detailed quality inspections using micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other measurement tools.
• Interpret and work from blueprints and drawings to set up and run jobs accurately.
• Monitor machine operation and troubleshoot issues, identifying and correcting defects or irregularities in machinery or processes.
• Prepare and maintain production logs (travelers) and records to document machine operation, part counts, and daily production activity.
• Set up, change over, and switch jobs as required, following standard operating procedures and training.
• Maintain more than 98% efficiency on a daily basis while ensuring high-quality output and minimizing scrap.
• Work with various EDM technologies, including water-based, oil-based, and wire EDM machines, as well as modified Haas equipment.
• Handle and machine expensive aerospace turbine engine parts with a strong focus on quality and care to avoid scrapping parts.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Lift and move materials and parts up to 50 pounds as needed to support production.
• Collaborate with team members, leads, and support staff to resolve issues and maintain smooth production flow.

Essential Skills

• Experience setting up and operating CNC or other metal machining equipment.
• Hands-on experience using micrometers, calipers, and other precision measurement devices and tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Basic computer skills for operating machines and completing production documentation.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with complex machinery and tooling.
• Ability to work with close tolerances and understand dimensional accuracy.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and write English to complete documentation and onboarding questionnaires.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and in a production environment with potentially loud noise levels.
• Eligibility to work in the United States, with required identification and completion of compliance forms.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE) consistently.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous EDM operating experience, including sinker EDM or wire EDM.
• Experience in an aerospace manufacturing or machining environment.
• Familiarity with G-code, CNC programming concepts, and machine setup.
• Experience working in a machine shop environment with machining, grinding, and tooling.
• Knowledge of axis controls and multi-axis machining (including 5-axis).
• Experience with changeovers, machine setup, and running machined parts to specification.
• Comfort working with EDM machines that are water-based, oil-based, or wire EDM.
• Strong attention to detail and a quality-first mindset, especially when working with high-value aerospace components.

Why Work Here?

This organization offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive culture that values growth, health, and family. Employees have access to health benefits with low-cost options, multiple free health clinics, and an onsite gym to support overall well-being. A 401(k) plan, paid time off, and holiday bonuses contribute to long-term financial security and recognition. The company supports continuous learning by offering tuition assistance for college programs related to career growth within the organization.

The workplace embraces a family-friendly culture, including opportunities for family members to work together and special holiday gestures such as providing hams and turkeys.

Work Environment

This role is based in a high-volume production facility that houses over 150 EDM machines, with most production areas temperature-controlled for operator comfort. The environment includes both conventional…