CNC Machine Operator

AP Professionals has partnered with a local manufacturing company that is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to join their growing team! The CNC Machine Operator will maintain production, operate machinery, and work with Toolmakers and Fabrication Leads. Multiple levels available! 1-4+ years of proven experience as a Machine Operator in a CNC machining/fabrication production environment is required.

This position is a direct hire, full-time opportunity.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

• Operate CNC machines in order to build production work order. Load, unload, clean, and inspect parts.
• Conduct in-process inspection of components to ensure quality. Utilize precision measuring instruments and read and understand part drawings and basic GD&T.
• Identify issues that may require adjustment of machine settings.
• Perform job tasking, line clearance, and production reporting of work orders.
• Operate part washer.

• Monitor and update shop floor visual board.
• Start CNC machines, load programs, and set up jobs independently.
• Review program to determine what tool needs an offset and make the correct offset.
• Rapidly recognize non-standard equipment/process performance.
• Run multiple production part numbers on CNC machine with no supervision.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

• 1-4+ years’ experience as a Machine Operator working in CNC machining/fabrication production environment required.
• Knowledge of end mills, drills, reamers, and assessment of tool condition.
• Ability to use measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, etc.
• Ability to read blueprints, work instructions, and inspection criteria.

• Analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal to no supervision.