Punch Operator 1st Shift

Overview

John W. McDougall Company, Inc. 85‑year‑old metal fabricator in Nashville, TN is looking for a skilled CNC Punch Operator for our 1st Shift operations.

• Responsible for daily set‑up and operation of an advanced CNC Punch.
• Must be able to run machine at an operator’s level.
• Ability to set‑up machine to produce an accurate part is a must.
• Load material at machine.
• Read and have full understanding of mechanical drawings and part tolerances.
• Upload and run program from machine controller.
• Perform basic programming using the machine controller.
• Perform preventative maintenance schedules as required to keep machine working properly.
• Proficient in first article, in‑process, and final inspections of parts.
• Work with management to ensure finished products are produced in the safest, most efficient manner while maintaining quality and on‑time delivery.
• Responsible for packaging parts per customer requirements.
• Monitor equipment and press tooling; request external maintenance when required.
• Operate forklift and overhead crane as required.
• Assist other operators as a helper on other machines is required.
• Ability to run Trumpf and Safan‑Darley equipment is a plus.
• Ability to perform basic programming is a plus.
• Ability to run other basic fabrication equipment is a plus.

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience: $18.00 – $27.00 per hour.
• Medical, Vision, Dental insurance.
• Company‑sponsored life and long‑term disability.
• Voluntary short‑term and life policies offered.
• 401(k) with company match up to 4%.
• PTO.
• Company‑sponsored employee assistance program.
• Plus many more benefits.

We provide and require a drug‑free workplace. All new hires will be subject to a pre‑employment drug screening as well as randomly selected drug screenings for the duration of employment with our company.