CNC Operator

Position Summary

Operates CNC machines and performs secondary operations within the department.

• Operate single and multiple CNC turning lathes; currently training on large CNC turning lathes.

• Pull auto programs and run first piece; training to make offset adjustments.

• Set up and operate milling, scarfing, butt, and notching processes.

• Deburr completed parts manually and cut simple springs.

• Read and interpret blueprints (FO) and assemble springs or O-rings.

• Form springs and perform basic measurements using calipers.

• Sharpen tools and make minor tool changes.

• Complete all quality checks and use CMM to ensure parts meet tolerance specifications.

• Meet productivity goals most of the time and complete Near Hits documentation.

• Perform preventive and basic maintenance on required equipment.

• Actively participate in the plant’s safety program by reporting injuries, near misses, and unsafe conditions immediately.

• Engage in the High Performance Team (HPT) to suggest improvements for the work experience.

• Record accurate data, including order completions and quantities on daily labor reports, reclaim tickets, and daily hours worked.

• Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly work area, ensuring walkways and aisles are free of debris and adhering to 5S standards.

• Ensure daily attendance and punctuality; overtime may be required based on customer demand.

• May be required to learn and operate additional cell equipment and processes.

• Safety Awareness – Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

• Communication, Oral/Written – Ability to communicate effectively with others.

• Responsible – Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.

• Ethical – Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.

• Applied Learning – Ability to participate in needed learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience.

• Adaptability – Ability to adapt to change in the workplace.

• Organized – Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.

• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.

High School Graduate or GED – or work equivalent.

6 months to 2 years of CNC experience.

Experience in machining plastics/polymers, experience operating turning lathes, CNC programming skills.

• Use measuring tools (micrometers, calipers, go/no-go gauges, CMM measuring machine).

• Work independently with limited instruction.

• Manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

• Demonstrated experience of positive work ethic and quality performance.

• Must have the ability to pass a background check and drug screen.

• Must have the ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe boots as needed per position.

• Candidate should be able to stand, walk, sit, manually manipulate, reach outward, reach above shoulder, climb, crawl, bend, grasp, speak, squat or kneel.

• Should be able to lift/carry up to 50 pounds with or without assistance and push/pull up to 25 pounds.

Pay Range: $18.00 - 25.00/hr

Air Conditioned, well lit, clean facility with moderate noise.

Competitive Compensation

• Pay Range: $18.02/hr to $25.41/hr
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a  membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity…