CNC Operator - Entry

Job Overview

Position: CNC Operator - Entry Level

Location:

New Market, VA

Shift: 2nd shift 2:45 pm – 11:15 pm or 3rd shift 10:45 pm – 7:15 am

Summary:

Operates automated CNC and other manufacturing equipment, setting up customized production processes to manufacture company products. Operates single‑step or simple processes, and may include basic programming.

• Manufacture adequate quantities of quality products at or below budgeted production costs to meet marketplace demand.
• Set up equipment operation feed, speed, and temperature; follow established procedures for operating CNC and conventional manufacturing equipment for tasks such as cutting, punching, forming, drilling, tapping, turning, milling and stamping.
• Select and measure raw materials and parts to specifications to prepare for production processing.
• Resolve issues related to production, machinery, processing, and packaging operations.
• Operate machine tools such as mill‑turns, mills, lathes, or grinders efficiently and timely.
• Align and secure holding fixtures, cutting tools, attachments, accessories, or materials onto machines.
• Read blueprints and verify work against quality control gauges.
• Move materials physically or mechanically to complete assignments.
• Inspect machined products using precision gauges to ensure specifications are met.
• Set up and perform machining operations on all CNC machines, selecting proper cutters, adjusting feeds and speeds, and replacing cutters when dull.
• Operate two or more CNC machines simultaneously.
• Perform specialized technical tasks required to support operations (e.g., IT development, research support, skilled trade).
• Act within the Manufacturing/Operations Function as a generalist or across disciplines.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of machine operation experience.
• Vocational training or equivalent experience; external certification may be required.
• Manufacturing experience of 1–3 years with automated/CNC work.
• Technical school certification or apprenticeship completion preferred.

• Basic troubleshooting and decision‑making skills.
• Ability to modify G‑code programs.
• Ability to handle basic or standard CNC complexity.
• Working knowledge of analytical and operational processes.
• Follow standard operating procedures and scientific methods.
• Accept verbal and written information accurately.
• Complete required documentation and electronic data entries promptly.
• Understand written instructions and communicate them to others.
• Read process instructions and drawings, attending to details.
• Adhere to company safety policies to maintain a 100 % safe work environment.
• Support Lean Enterprise initiatives to improve quality, reduce waste, and enhance productivity.
• Intermediate knowledge of GD&T and precision measurement tools.
• Shop math knowledge including geometry and conversions.
• Manufacturing and product knowledge.
• Team‑based problem solving and interpersonal communication skills.

• Limited variability in day‑to‑day tasks.
• Works under moderate supervision.

Equal Opportunity Employer