CNC Operator (2nd & 3rd Shifts)

Job Title: CNC Operator
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: Full-Time On-Site
Pay: $18

Shift Options
Afternoon Shift: 3:00 PM 11:00 PM with 15% shift premium
Midnight Shift: 11:00 PM 7:00 AM with 15% shift premium

Job Summary

We are seeking CNC Operators for a contract-to-hire opportunity in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for operating CNC machining centers supporting production goals performing quality checks completing production documentation and assisting with machine set-up tooling and troubleshooting.

The ideal candidate will have CNC machining knowledge manufacturing experience attention to detail and the ability to work in a production environment while maintaining safety quality and efficiency standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate machinery in various CNC machining centers
• Set machine controls according to program requirements
• Install fixtures and prepare machines for production
• Support machine set-up tooling repair and troubleshooting within assigned cell area
• Perform preliminary first-piece checks and make tool adjustments as needed
• Adjust tools to maintain proper dimensions and overall part quality
• Manually position and remove tools as required
• Perform quality checks on production parts according to quality control standards
• Report quality defects or production concerns to the Team Leader or Supervisor
• Complete and update daily production paperwork including production reports PPLH TAKT and scrap reports
• Use SAP handheld scanners calculators printers calipers and other workplace tools
• Adapt and promote Lean Manufacturing principles
• Participate in Elimination of Waste Team meetings
• Support company goals safety standards and production objectives
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• CNC machine operation experience preferred
• Working CNC knowledge including troubleshooting and machine adjustments
• Experience adjusting robot positions using a teach pendant preferred
• Automotive manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to operate CNC equipment control panels and production machinery
• Computer skills required
• Experience using SAP handheld scanners calipers calculators printers and production tools preferred
• Working knowledge of IATF16949 ISO 14001 and Q1 compliance standards preferred
• Ability to perform quality checks and follow production procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a production team
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing setting preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to bend reach lift and move as needed throughout the shift
• Ability to work in a production environment with noise and machinery
• Must be able to work overtime as needed

Benefits Upon Hire (after contract)

• Medical dental and vision insurance
• Prescription drug plan
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Short-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health and wellness reimbursement
• Employee recognition programs
• Discount programs
• Additional incentive and ownership-related benefits may be available upon direct hire