CNC Machine Operator - Jackson

As a CNC Machine operator, you will reads job specifications to determine machine adjustments and material requirements.

Set stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.

Position workpiece against stops or aligns layout marks with die or blade.

Pushes buttons or depress pedal to activate machine.

Observe machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.

Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.

Removes burrs, sharp edges, rust, or scale from workpiece with a powered hand tools.

Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or work pieces. Perform minor program changes , properly save and check them.

Machine operators are to set up machine, and stack, mark, pack, and transport finished work pieces.

Rivets and/or spot welds work pieces.

• High School Graduate or GED.
• 1+ years of assembly experience in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
• Must possess the ability to use tools and equipment that are needed to perform the job.
• Must have good listening and communication skills.
• Able to work well with others to be a good team player.

• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand.
• Conveys materials from storage or work sites to designated area.
• Secures materials from storage or work sites to designated area.
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information containers.
• Makes simple adjustments and performs routine preventive maintenance.
• Assembles crates or boxes to contain products such as machines or vehicles.
• Cleans work area, spillage, and equipment as required.

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift and move up to 30 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The hourly rate for this role is in the range of $22.00 - $24.50 an hour.

More information on offered benefits, which include health, welfare, and retirement, are available at

Wabtec will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the U.S. for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable) and fitness for duty test (as applicable).

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.