1st Shift CNC Specialist

Durex Industries; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Durex Industries, a leader in thermal solutions, seeks a skilled 1st Shift CNC Specialist to advance complex multi-axis machining. You will program, set up, and optimize Okuma machines, and drive improvements across production teams with precise documentation and SOPs.

The role emphasizes strong GD&T, blueprint reading, and CAD/CAM proficiency in a high-mix environment, mentoring peers and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years hands-on experience with Okuma CNC machines.
• Extensive experience with Okuma OSP Controls.
• Experience with Okuma MULTUS multitasking machines and MU Series 5-axis centers.
• Familiarity with Vertical Turning Lathes (VTLs).
• Ability to create setup sheets, tooling docs, work instructions, and machining standards.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and precision metrology.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience supporting high-mix, low-volume environments.
• Ability to lead process improvement initiatives and mentor production personnel.

Responsibilities

• Program, set up, troubleshoot, and optimize Okuma CNC tools using OSP Controls.
• Support production on Okuma MULTUS multitasking machines and MU Series 5-axis centers, and VTLs.
• Develop and improve CNC processes for multi-axis milling, turning, and mill-turn applications.

Skills

Okuma CNC

OSP Controls

Lean Manufacturing

Mentoring

Process Improvement

Blueprint Reading

GD&T

CNC Programming

High-mix

Low-volume

CAD/CAM

Tools

CAD/CAM software

Job description

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

Durex Industries has over 40 years' expertise in the thermal control business. A trusted custom thermal solutions supplier and engineering design partner for customers across a range of industry sectors, it also offers engineering, manufacturing, testing and laboratory and quality assurance services.

Durex serves businesses in sectors including process industries, life sciences, plastics processing, food and packaging, aerospace, defense, and security. Its innovative bespoke solutions - such as retrofitting heating elements to prevent outdoor beverage dispensers from failing in low temperatures and custom-made circulation heaters to heat fuel in large ship engines.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role

As the 1st Shift CNC Specialist, you will join our Durex Industries and support...We are seeking an experienced CNC Okuma Specialist with a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience programming, setting up, operating, and supporting Okuma CNC machine tools and OSP Controls. The ideal candidate will possess advanced technical knowledge of multi-axis machining, including milling, turning, and mill-turn processes, and will play a key role in optimizing manufacturing operations, improving process efficiency, and supporting production teams. This position requires a highly motivated individual with strong problem-solving skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to develop standardized machining documentation while supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Your Responsibilities

• Program, set up, troubleshoot, and optimize Okuma CNC machine tools using OSP Controls.
• Support production on Okuma MULTUS multitasking machines, MU Series 5-Axis machining centers, and Vertical Turning Lathes (VTLs).
• Develop and improve CNC machining processes for multi-axis milling, turning, and mill-turn applications.

Generate And Maintain

• Setup documentation
• Tooling lists
• Work instructions
• Standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Process documentation and machining standards

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with Okuma CNC machine tools.
• Extensive experience using Okuma OSP Controls.
• Okuma MULTUS multitasking machines, Okuma MU Series 5-axis machining centers
• Vertical Turning Lathes (VTLs)
• Ability to create setup sheets, tooling documentation, work instructions, and machining standards.
• Strong understanding of GD&T, blueprint reading, and precision measuring equipment.
• Experience with CAD/CAM software.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting high-mix, low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Ability to lead process improvement initiatives and mentor production personnel.

Pay Range: $28 - $36

At Durex Industries, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

Durex Industries is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.