Technical Operator

Manufacturing Associate

This role involves setting up and maintaining multiple CNC machines in a climate-controlled automotive manufacturing environment. The manufacturing associate performs precise quality inspections using measuring tools and conducts frequent tool changes to ensure consistent production quality and efficiency across assigned shifts.

Responsibilities include:

• Setting up multiple CNC machines according to production requirements and established procedures.
• Maintaining CNC machines by monitoring performance, identifying issues, and making necessary adjustments to ensure smooth operation.
• Performing frequent tool changes on machines multiple times per shift to support continuous production.
• Using micrometers, calipers, and gauges to perform detailed quality inspections of parts and components.
• Verifying that all produced parts meet required specifications and tolerances before approval.
• Documenting inspection results and communicating any quality or equipment concerns to the appropriate team members.
• Following all safety procedures and guidelines while operating equipment and handling tools.
• Working consistently on the assigned shift and being available for substantial overtime, including working most days of the week.
• Supporting continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance machine setup, efficiency, and quality.
• Collaborating with team members and leadership to meet production goals and maintain a high standard of workmanship.

The position is based in a climate-controlled automotive manufacturing facility designed to support comfort and consistency throughout long shifts. Team members work on either A shift (6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.) or B shift (6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m.), with frequent overtime available and the expectation of working many days of the week. The environment involves working around CNC machines and other production equipment, using precision tools such as micrometers, calipers, and gauges.

Employees follow standard manufacturing safety practices and wear appropriate attire and personal protective equipment suitable for an automotive production setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Durham, NC. The pay range for this position is $18.00/hr individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision;
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available;
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents);
Short and long-term disability;
Health Spending Account (HSA);
Transportation benefits;
Employee Assistance Program;
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

This is a fully onsite position in Durham, NC. This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2026.