Assistant CNC Operator- ID Sculpture

PlayCore; Gunnison (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 80 hours

Paid holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

PlayCore is seeking an Assistant CNC Operator to join a unique fabrication environment. You will work with CNC machinery and digital fabrication equipment, contributing to a collaborative production setting. Benefits include 80 hours PTO, 10 paid holidays, health/dental/life insurance, and a matching 401(k).

ID Sculpture is a PlayCore company and an equal opportunity employer. The role emphasizes learning, precision, and teamwork in a fast-paced setting, with opportunities for growth and travel

Qualifications

• Prior Manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Some experience with CNC machinery or digital fabrication preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of CNC machinery and digital fabrication equipment.
• Ensure accuracy and quality of fabricated parts through careful attention to detail.
• Work closely with the team to maintain efficient production workflows.
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Continuously learn new skills and technologies related to digital fabrication.
• Safety: Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations by all employees.
• Quality: Assure all decks are checked and identified properly.
• Productivity: Maintain utilization specified by supervisor and/or lead.
• Coordinates: Communicate with other operators on any issues or shortages to supervisor or lead.
• Team player and willing to work closely with others.
• Dexterity: Employee would work with their hands, and need to be able to lift or hold heavy items.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

CNC experience

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Tools

Blueprint reading

Tape measure

Forklift certification

Job description

Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant CNC Operator to join our team in a unique fabrication environment. You’ll work with cutting-edge digital fabrication equipment and contribute to a collaborative, fast-paced production setting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about learning, takes pride in precision work, and is eager to grow in a dynamic and innovative workspace. We offer year-round indoor and outdoor work in a creative fabrication setting, with opportunities for travel and advancement. Benefits include 80 hours of PTO, 10 paid holidays, health/dental/life insurance, and a matching 401(k). ID Sculpture is a PlayCore company and an equal opportunity employer.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of CNC machinery and digital fabrication equipment
• Ensure accuracy and quality of fabricated parts through careful attention to detail
• Work closely with the team to maintain efficient production workflows
• Follow safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Continuously learn new skills and technologies related to digital fabrication
• Safety: Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations by all employees
• Quality: Assure all decks are checked and identified properly
• Productivity: Maintain utilization specified by supervisor and/or lead
• Coordinates: Communicate with other operators on any issues or shortages to supervisor or lead
• Team player and willing to work closely with others
• Dexterity: Employee would work with their hands, and need to be able to lift or hold heavy items
• Other duties may be assigned by Manager or Supervisor.

Competencies

• Analytical Decision-Making
• Communication
• Professionalism & Integrity
• Results Orientation

Education And/or Experience

• Prior Manufacturing experience is a plus
• Some experience with CNC machinery or digital fabrication preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols

Travel

None

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Must have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence as well as be able to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.

Reasoning Ability

Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have basic computer skills.

Other Skills

Forklift license or must be able to pass forklift test to be certified by PlayCore.

Read Blue prints

Read Tape Measure

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently walk and sit; use hands and fingers, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or listen. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. (50 pounds is the max) Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet, except in the manufacturing environment where PPE may be required.