CNC Machine Operator

CNC Machine Operator at American Rheinmetall

Loc Performance Products, LLC provides full services for complex mechanical products, fabricated structures and systems that range from design services to prototype manufacturing and full‑rate production. The Plymouth, MI facility serves as corporate headquarters and specializes in suspension, driveline, and track systems. Visit our website at

FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt

Approved Date: 10/10/2023

Approved By: Paul Menosky, COO

Job Title: Machine Operator

Department: Production

Operates computer numerical control (CNC) mill machining centers to perform machine functions such as boring, facing, and threading parts of metallic work pieces such as castings, forging, and bar stock by performing the following duties.

• Operate complex machinery and utilize various types of manual and CNC shop equipment to perform machining operations on materials including but not limited to steel and aluminum.
• Calibrate machine prior to production and ensure machines are regularly checked and cleaned.
• Work from and in accordance with specifications and design criteria including but not limited to verbal instructions, drawings, and blueprints; perform standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work and tooling.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, safety rules, operating instructions, and procedural manuals.
• Follow all preventative maintenance and safety guidelines.
• Work to meet production goals.
• Rework and calibrate production parts and machine tooling as required; check each component for accuracy.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of industry, machinery, and technique.
• Provide all required reports and/or correspondence, including but not limited to production and quality logs.

Quantity of Work
Quantity of work produced and the promptness with which it is completed.

Quality of Work
Accuracy of work produced, meeting company standards, and requiring little to no rework.

Judgement/Knowledge of Job
Knowledge of job, techniques, skills, equipment, procedures, materials, etc.

Attendance/Dependability
Punctuality and attendance.

Teamwork/Attitude
Willingness and cooperativeness with co‑workers and supervisors; ability to accept constructive criticism.

Initiative/Independence
Degree to which an employee searches out new tasks and expands their ability to perform assigned tasks without direct supervision.

Adherence to Policy
Follow quality environmental policies and have knowledge of AS9100 and ISO
14001.

Adherence to Safety
Follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPE.

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent, one to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Deal with problems involving several 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel and reach with arms. Occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Loc Performance is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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