1st Shift - CNC Operator

XLT Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

XLT Inc. in Wichita, KS is seeking a skilled CNC Operator to set up, monitor, and tend computer‑controlled fabrication machines, producing quality parts by following work instructions and SOPs.

You will maintain equipment, support process improvement, ensure safety, and work Monday–Thursday, 6:00 am to 4:30 pm, joining a team committed to precision, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction. Candidates should read blueprints, inspect parts, and participate in 5S housekeeping to uphold quality

Qualifications

• Proven ability to set up and operate CNC fabrication machines.
• Experience reading engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Knowledge of Quality Management System and SOPs.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to instructions.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate CNC fabrication machines according to work instructions.
• Perform deburring and secondary operations as required.
• Conduct testing and basic troubleshooting of parts and processes.
• Maintain equipment daily, including cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting.
• Review maintenance and operations logs daily and ensure safe operation.
• Support 5S and housekeeping standards in machining and assembly areas.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Reading blueprints

Power tools

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

Description

Description:

CNC Operators operate computer-controlled machines to perform machining and fabrication operations on metal or plastic workpieces. This role is responsible for safely producing quality parts by following work instructions, maintaining equipment, supporting continuous improvement, and upholding the Quality Management System at XLT Ovens.

This position performs duties consistently, accurately, timely, safely, and at the lowest feasible cost, while demonstrating pride of workmanship and a team-first mindset.

Working Hours are Monday through Thursday 6am - 4:30pm.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Abide by the company's Quality Management System
• Prioritize customer satisfaction and maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Protect the company's assets, reputation, goodwill, and marketplace stature at all costs

Essential Functions:

This position will perform the below listed duties consistently, accurately, timely, safely, and at the lowest feasible cost:

• Set up, operate, and/or tend CNC fabrication machines according to work instructions
• Perform deburring and secondary operations as required
• Conduct testing and basic troubleshooting of parts and processes
• Perform quality control checks and follow all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Maintain equipment daily, including cleaning, lubricating, and inspecting
• Review maintenance and operations logs daily
• Maintain shop equipment and tools in safe working condition
• Perform stocking and inventory control functions
• Support material movement and organization as required
• Help develop and improve work instructions for CNC operations
• Assist in evaluating new processes, procedures, and equipment
• Support 5S and housekeeping standards in machining and assembly areas
• Observe all safety rules and report hazards immediately
• Abide by the Quality Management System and quality policies
• Understand that customer satisfaction is our top priority
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the President or leadership team

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Excellent listening skills; gives full attention to what others are saying
• Uses logic and reasoning to identify strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions
• Leadership and motivational skills; leads by example when supporting teammates
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across teams
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Sound decision-making and analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure, both independently and as part of a team
• Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize own work effectively
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude
• Ability to safely and effectively use common power and hand tools
• Knowledgeable in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and blueprints
• Working knowledge of threads, fasteners, and common fastening methods

Core Values:

• Teamwork - Give more than you take
• Excellence - Strive to win at what we do
• Integrity - Do what's right, even when it's hard
• Respect - Treat others as you want to be treated

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, and use hands for up to 10 hours per day
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as needed

Mental Requirements:

• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Read, speak, and write English clearly
• Convey information effectively and judge distances, shapes, and fits

Required Reading/Development

• XLT Quality Manual
• Kaizen Revolution
• The Little Big Things
• How to Win Friends and Influence People
• 2 Second Lean